Kia Motor Sephia owners have reported 36 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (27 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (7 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |
I own kia-sephia-2000. When the temperature is under 0 degrees the doors freeze so badly that I cannot shut the driver's side door or any other door that I might open and then try to close. Most often,. After I started and ran the heat at that time the door might close shut. Read details...
The locks freeze up in cold temps, enough to twist and bend my key. Even trying to force it open from the inside does not work. I almost broke my thumb trying to force it open unless you put a heater in the car for a long time. Read details...
While driving at 55 mph and without any warning, the hood opened and dent the windshield. Consumer indicated for the last past six months the hood hasn't been opened. Dealership has not been notified. Please provide further information. Read details...