Five problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My 1998 kia Sephia rear brake pad fell off fell off the shoe. Apparently they are held on by glue. It was replaced but I still have problems when it rains a lot , they lock up when parked. I don't dare use my emergency brake because the brakes lock up.
The consumer states the front brakes are wearing prematurely. The part have been replaced five times however problem still exist. The cause has yet to be determined. Please provide additional information.
Consumer stated the brakes were wearing quickly, which caused the vehicle to experience extended stopping distance.
Consumer stated that her brakes makes squealing noises,problem occurred one month after she got this kia.
Entire brake system was replaced within 30,000 miles due to extended stopping distance, necessary for brake efficiency.