Two problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 2001 Kia Motor Sephia. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Kia Motor Sephia based on all problems reported for the 2001 Sephia.
Brakes are noisy. There is an extended stopping distance. Contacted dealer. Consumer states that she has had to shut vehicle off to stop it. (at red light/stop signs) consumer feels by shutting the vehicle off, it will prevent an accident.
A pebble got into the tire, from there it got lodged between the rotor and the brake pad and was causing a screeching sound, kia stated that this is not a serious problem.