Seven problems related to engine cooling system have been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
During heavy rain a 5-6" pipe 1/2'diameter came off the engine block - by radiator water house assembly. The pipe has no attachment points except that it is inserted into a hole at the engine cylinder head-on the other end is connected to 3/4 hose to underdash heater. When broke all coolant came out within 1-2 minutes - huge steam cloud obscured driver's visibility, driver had to pull over and drove slowly into a neighborhood. Will notify dealer tomorrow.
Engine coolant leaking, replaced bypass pipe assembly.
Ongoing problem with excessive heat coming inside the vehicle. Also, when applying the brakes a clicking noise would appear from the front wheels. Provide further details.
Has been in 17 times and still need brakes and everything else. What a piece of junk !!manufactor refuses to honor warranty.
Sliding door keeps ajar, and overhead light come son. Brakes are squealing and the car shakes badly if I go 65 miles per hour. I noticed that when it is raining that the car makes a terrible buzzing sound. I ahve had an exhaust leak and the brakes replaced already once and the fuel pump was replaced but I am still having problems with it.
While driving 35 mph the vehicle overheated, causing the vehicle to completely shut down, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
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