33 problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1999 Kia Motor Sephia. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The parking brake does not hold when the engine is off only with transmission in first or reverse, the emergency brake info was misleading in the owners manual, the consumer believes the brake cable is not strong enough, the parking brake has been adjusted several times, on one occasion the brake was set on park and the vehicle rolled and hit a garage door, front disc pads and rotors failed causing grinding noise while braking. Nlm.
I would just like to say that I am very upset that the problems I have seem to be repetitive. The brakes have been done 4 maybe 5 times and kia will no longer replace them. The power steering has been malfunctioned twice. I have been through the better business bureau and have worked out the first 3 times the brakes went bad but I have since been back twice and had a power steering leak and now my car is in the shop again. As for the brakes each time they went back there was severe pulsation when breaking and shaking in the steering wheel. The power steering fluid leaked and was fixed and now leaked again and is being fixed currently.
Brakes went out after being applied. Was traveling 30mph & was trying to stop. Brake pedal went to the floor. Rearended another vehicle in front. Upon umpact, air bags failed to deploy. Vehicle was towed home.
While driving toward a major intersection the brakes failed and the consumer had to use the emergency brake to stop the vehicle, vehicle has been to dealer 2 more time but they are unable to detect the problem. Nlm.
While driving on the beltway consumer attempted to stop vehicle on heavy traffic but the brakes failed to stop. The consumer pressed on the pedal and the pedal hit the floor without stopping. The consumer served to the side to slow the vehicle down and coast. The consumer had the brakes already replaced at 9,000. Also, brake failure caused consumer into an automobile accident. Airbags did not deploy at the time of the accident. Per dealer, manufacturer is aware of brake problem.
Upon coming to a stop light, tried brakes 3 times and they would not stop the car. I ended up driving right into the rear of the car at the light. Mananufacturer was notified and claims nothing is wrong with the braking system.
When the brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance and loss of control vehicle is at dealership.
Brake pads and rotors were replaced due to consumer complaints of a rubbing sound, this has occurred on 3 different occasions.
Here's a really bad rubbing sound. Consumer feels as though brakes may lock up. Took to dealer , and dealer said consumer would have to get more mileage before they could change the brakes.
While driving down a highway consumer tried to slowdown and brakes did not work ,and steering wheel locked up. Had to hit a guardrail to stop, airbags didnt deploy.
The brakes and rotors were replaced about a month after the vehicle was purchased. Nlm.
Vehicle is having constant brake problems. It has been taken to dealer on 7 different occasions for brake problems. Dealer only provided one remedy by changing brake pads. This defect has resulted in an automobile accident. Also been taken to dealer on 10 more occasions for various of problems. The dealer can not find the cause of the problem.
Brakes are wearing out excessively & deteriorating. Whenever brakes are applied, they cause vehicle to shake. Took vehicle to dealer & mechanic changed pads & warped rotors. Also rotated & cleaned the brakes. Rear seat belt lock is too high. Air conditioner draining on floor, dealer cleaned a/c drain. Consumer feels a hard shock when shifting into gear. Engine hard to start, dealer replaced the flywheel. Binding lever failed on the parking brake.
I started taking my car in to the mechanic at the dealership shortly after I purchased the car about the car not shifting correctly and being so sluggish. I'm not sure about the dates I took the car in but it was several times. I was told that nothing was wrong or they couldn't find any problems. It has just gotten so bad that I'm not able to drive the car now. I've had problems with the brakes, the air conditioner, check engine light coming on and staying on and the overdrive light flashing on and off. I'm sure they don't have a record of the many times I've gone by because they would usually just look at it or drive it around the block and say they couldn't find anything. Now that the warranty is out , they have come up with some suggestions at my expense. The car has never performed properly and they just kept putting me off until I finally gave up. I am unable to drive the car now because it will barely get up to 35 miles per hour. I will greatly appreciate anything you may be able to do to assist me. Thanks.
The brakes squeak and the pads were replaced at 1200 miles, the brakes failed again at 6600 miles the rotors were warped and the pads were worn and I returned the car to northwestern Dodge and kia and they replaced the pads and machined the rotors, however the stering wheel shakes and vibrates when I drive on the expressway and the brakes are still grinding. The stering wheel and column vibrates and shakes when I drive at 50+ mph. At 6600 miles the check engine light illuminated and there is a burning smell. The car dies out when I am at a stand still for no reason and without any warning. I have to start the car at least 3 times before it turns over. Overall I would say that I am disappointed with the car and the moment that I can trade it in I plan to do so and I will advise anyone who is thinking about purchasing this car to not even consider a kia (any model) because they are not well made cars.
Brakes failed. (attorney for client). Yh.
Brakes failed (attorney for client). Yh.
Vehicle wouldn't start, and the battery died out. Also, when driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the brakes went straight to the floorboard.
Ongoing problem with squeaking brakes whenever brakes are applied. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions, and problem cannot be resolved.
Brake pads and rotors wear out within 14000 miles. Vehicle rattles and squeeks. Hard to keep car straight when braking in higher speeds. Yd.
Brake pads and rotors wear out within 14000 miles. Vehicle rattles and squeeks. Hard to keep car straight when braking in higher speeds. Yd.
Brakes are making a squeaking noise. Took to dealer and they fixed the problem.
The brake system has been experiencing continued problems, brake pulsation, noise and fading, vehicle serviced on several occasions with repairs and replacements to the system, however the system is still inadequate, the dealership states it is possibly due to design.
Front brake rotors warped twice - once at 3000 miles, once again at 6000 miles - dealer states that the new pads are "re-designes" and should correct the problem - I have yet to see an improvement.
Possible defect in brake system causing continued vibration,pads and rotors replaced due to vibration. Yh (attorney for consumer).
The brakes pulsate while braking, the brakes and rotors have been replaced 3 times. Nlm.
When driving at any speed the front end is pulling to the left and the tires are bald. Also, when applying the brakes, there is a squeaking noise.
Brake malfunction causing vehicle to pull and vibrate. Yh.
Brake rotors and pads failed.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with his brakes and rotors also stated that they had a reacall on the rotors that he was not inform about it. Dealer stated that he need it to contac the manufacturer for more information. Mr.
Brakes failed to stop vehicle at 55mph.
While driving the brakes failed, the vehicle had to be stopped by pulling the emergency brake at which time the consumer noticed a fire under the hood of the vehicle, possibly brake or engine failure. Nlm.
Brakes failed, the vehicle has has 3 sets of brakes. Nlm.