Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia

Five problems related to windshield wiper/washer linkages have been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sephia. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problem

Failure Date: 03/08/2000

Car needs front axles. Also, motor mounts were replaced along with flywheel and fuel pump. In addition, consumer just received a recall notice 99v271/ winshield wiper linkage. Car is 1 year old and has 26000 miles, owner has already experienced many problems with it.

2 Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problem

Failure Date: 04/27/1999

Dealer refuses to perform recall repair (99v-271) of the windshield wiper because consumer installed after market blades. Nlm.

3 Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problem

Failure Date: 12/18/1998

Windshield wipers failed.

4 Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problem

Recalled windshield wiper repair completed however consumer feels they still don't operate properly. Nlm.

5 Windshield Wiper/washer Linkages problem

Received recall notice 99v271000/windshield wiper linkage pivot drive. Contacted dealership for appointment. Was informed no parts were available. Would call when parts were in.




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