55 problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I have filed a formal complaint withe bbb auto line. I have a kia 98 LS. It has scared me serval times the goes out of control on rough roads on the highway. The brakes have been replaced 3 times they get warped. The electrical system has been worked on 14 times by dealer shop, the blinkers keep failing, this is very scary when I have my children in the car and the car is going crazy.
Consumer states that the either brake system failed while driving , have vehicle serviced 5 times for this problem. Nlm.
When gently braking at high speeds, the steering wheel shakes badly. Also, when braking to a stop, the car does not stop smoothly. It jerks and vibrates when the brakes are used until I come to a complete stop. The roters have been replaced once already. One winter morning, I noticed that my windshield wipers were not working. Upon closer inspection, I found that they had somehow loosened. Fortunately, there was no precipitation that day. When having the problem looked at by one of kia's service centers, the guy there indicated that the problem was common.
When the brakes are applied the vehicle vibrates resulting in extended stopping distances. The dealer has replaced the rotors and pads three times. The manufacturer will be notified. Mjs.
Brakes fail intermittently. Nlm.
Consumer states the brakes go out an average of every 14-15000 miles, the rear cylinders or front calipers fail, losing the ability to stop.
Vehicle experiencing brake problems. Nlm.
Consumer stated that brakes wear out every 17000 to 18000 miles.
When the pedal is applied vehicle starts vibrating very hard. The rotors have been replaced once, and the brakes three times. Consumer has had the vehicle for a year. Dealer has been contacted.
Vehicle would shake when brakes applied. Been to dealership & mechanic changed brake system twice. Mechanic felt brake problem cause of vehicle shaking.
When applying brakes vehicle pulls to the left, also rattles. Dealer has replaced the brakes 4 times. Problem still occurs.
Brakes continually fade and make noise, not able to be fixed properly.
Since I purchased the car in 1999, I have had the vehicle back to the dealer 4 times for the engin lt staying on; still on and not repaired. Lt would be back on the same day or next day after picking up from dealership; brakes needed for inspection; not installed properly; squeeky and whole front end makes noises when you touch the brakes to slow down or stop.
Brakes failed and replaced.
While driving approximately 65 mph, hood released and smashed into windshield which blocked vision of driver, consumer felt problem was due to brake pads and rotors that cause severe vibration and had to be replaced frequently, there was no crash or injury to report when this incident occurred. Brakes would vibrate and were noisy, requested rear brakes be cleaned lubed, dealer found rotors warped and pads worn and excessive dust in rear brakes, numerous engine problems such as cooling fan rumble, check engine light on, engine stall, burning smell, belt squeaks, electric cooling fan inoperative, fan blade, plug wires and coil boots, valve cover gasket were replaced, evaporator was replaced and recharged, many electrical problems including ignition switch, starter, alternator, multifunction switch, battery terminal, and bulb failure, dealer has also found corrosion, poor connections and low voltage, consumer states numerous problems with shifter, harsh shifts and clunks, dealer replaced old style flex plate, binding shifter which was cleaned and lubed, fluid leaks, dealer replaced leaking power steering hose, multiple structural problems such as missing wiper arm cap, key will not open trunk, trunk lever does not release, broken trunk release handle, left rear door molding coming off, dealer replaced trunk release, reinstalled door weatherstrip, found oil leaks, and undercarriage showing signs of damage, bubbles in dash pad, sunvisor coming loose, dealer replaced dash pad, dealer found tail pipe damaged, both front aftermarket tires (no tire information) worn, left rear rim bent, rear tires (no tire information) cupped and feathered due to lack of rotation and alignment problems, consumer also requested dealer to check cv boots for grease leak, dealer found no problem.
In 2 years I had to get a new transmission, replace my brakes 6 times, service engine problems 7 times, fuel pump, 8 recalls, wipers, new tires, and many other problems. . . Copies of repairs are available upon request. I have also been discriminated against by the dealer many times.
I don't have one particular problem, the vehicle has a lot of defects. Especially brakes.
My car has been in the shop ten times! I cannot specify a part, most parts have been repaired. When I say ten times, it is in the shop for the 10th time now but needs 8 different repairs. (not ten total repairs) as far as safety, the tires (different brands) have to be replaced every season. . . 2 sets a year! the brakes have been replaced twice. They checked out okay last time it was in, but they constanty shudder and grind, and have completely gone out. They also squeal very loud at about 60 mph while driving. Not sure if it is the brakes or tires. I just feel unsafe in my vehicle. It has been towed three times, leaving me stranded. My heater also quit working and I live in alaska. I don't know if these are common problems, but I have never owned a vehicle that I felt so unsafe in. I also got into a car accident in 200, in which I was hit head on by an explorer. I was driving about 25 mph and she was driving about 10 mph. It broke out my headlight, dented the hood up and put a hole in the bumper. . . . This much damage and the airbags never deployed! this was not called in to the police, I just let her go (it was her fault). I wish I had reported it.
Brakes and rotors failed.
When driving vehicle at high speeds,and applying the brakes, vehicle will pull to either side, and there is strong vibration in the steering column area. The dealer has been contacted.