Tank Assembly Problems of Kia Motor Sephia - part 1

The vehicle had numerous recalls and problems. When the consumer put fuel in the vehicle it leaked out. When it did hit she had to play around with it, until the nozzle was in the tank just right, then it would take the fuel. Also, the vehicle was had problems with the brakes, and rotors wearing out too quickly and the master cylinder was cracked and leaking brake fluid. The consumer had the vehicle in the repair shop at least 10 times and needed to be returned to the repair shop. The fuel tank problem had been worked on four times and still was not fixed. There were gear shift problems where the shifter would stick, multiple wiring console light problems, the wiper blade links were defective and caused the blade to come apart. Referenced in rq03-006.

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I paid to have this problem fixed but I probably shouldn't have had to. When refueling my 1998 kia Sephia, there was a small amount of gasoline that would spill on the ground under the fuel tank--whether I completely fill the vehicle or simply put a gallon or two in the tank. I could not put my car in the garage at night because I was afraid that the gas water heater would cause an explosion--the lingering fumes would exist for a day or two after each visit to the gas pump.

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I have a 1999 kia Sephia that was purchased used. After calling the kia customer service number I was informed on the recall concerning the fuel tank . My personal problem with the fuel tank was the "spitting out" of fuel when attempting to fill up the gas tank. I took the car in to the columbus, GA kia autosport where they fixed the recall issue and stated that I should no longer have the issue with gas running out when trying to fill the tank. After the recall was fixed, I went to put gas in my car and the issue still existed. After taking the car back I was told that the issue had been repaired twice and the manufactuerer would not allow them to repair again. I was also told different things to do when pumping fuel in order to keep the problem from happening. The issue still exists. The paint below and around the area in which you dispense fuel is begining to fade away due to gas running down the side of the car when filling the tank. There was also an ongoing issue with the car smoking. The service center said that it was the short block of the engine and replaced that, but the car continues to smoke. After reading more on the recall I am curious as to whether engine problems can be a affect of the fuel recall issue not being properly taken care of. The service center never checked to see if there were another issue as to why the fuel continues to run or "spit" ot when filling the tank. The date placed in "incident date" is approximate, but the issue is ongoing.

The battery had blown up and spewed liquid/acid. The consumer had received two recalls prior to the incident, one in gas valve and the other was electrical. The dealer continues to postpone the dates for repair. (recall# 102944) scc.

Consumer states that while driving and without warning the fuel tank crack causing fluid to link out. Dealer notified ts.

Front brakes and rotors had to be replaced on April 2001. Brakes had to be replaced again in October. Consumer states that brakes and rotors were replaced again at 9468 miles and again at 15500 miles. Check engine light illuminated due to faulty fuel control valve within the fuel tank. Radio changer would get hot and would not change stations, dealer replaced the radio. Vehicle experienced an exhaust leak, dealer replaced the muffler.

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Whenever tank if filled[not topped off] gas burps back out of the filler neck, spilling down the side of the car, and getting on whoever filles the car. Mr referenced in rq03-006.

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Broken vapor hose on top of tank broke causing check engine light to illuminate and caused a bad smell of gas to enter the vehicle.

Horn works intermittently,shifting impossible,fuel will spit out (not topping off),constanly replacing brakes. Referenced in rq03-006.

Fuel tank caught on fire while driving.

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Consumer's vehicle caught on fire towards the end and above the muffler and above fuel tank. Dealer has recognized the actual cause or remedy, but was ready to have consumer pick up the vehicle. Prior to fire, vehicle was losing power and would not accelerate. Please fille addtional information.

Car is just a lemon every siince we purchased it. We tried to get our money back(paid cash)and we were not able to per the car dealer,etc. Nothing is ever repaired to the standard and we are upset.

Brake pads and rotors have been replaced 4 times in less than 1year and at 30,335 miles right now, service department fights with us each time we bring car in. Car does not start up right away, it turns a few times before it finally does, took to service department 2 times, they are unable to diagnose problem. When driving at times when you step on gas car hesitates to go, almost like it is out of gas, but it is not. After 2mths. Of using airconditioner this summer, it completely stopped working, took to service department, diagnosed with leaky "o" rings, they repaired under warranty. Rear doors when opening hit the edge of closed front doors, service department said they needed new door stoppers, haven't got them yet.

Consumer received a recall letter on gas gauge. After taking it in gas gauge did not go to full. Currently, gas gauge still does not go to full. Just received another recall letter for pcv valve.

While driving on a busy highway car suddenly shut off. Consumer had to pull over to avoid being hit. Also, gas was leaking everywhere.

Fuel tank doesn't register full on meter. Also, gasoline spills out of tank assembly. Dealership is aware of problem. Referenced in rq03-006.

Was taken to dealership numerous times for inaccurate readings on fuel guage, brakes worn down after 2 months, took a lot of time to pick up speed on highway causing near collisions, wheels and steering wheel vibrating violently, air conditioner not cool, burning large amounts of fuel, all problems within the first 6-8 months of ownership, no cooperation from dealership about replacing car or exchanging due to number of problems in short time span. None of the repairs have lasted without recurrence.

Due to a defective modulator, airbag light comes on and off while driving, indicating a problem with airbag system. Also problems with the fuel system, while pumping the gas into the vehicle, fuel spilled out while fuel tank was not full. This may result in a fire if there is a source of ignition. Dealer replaced fuel tank. Please provide further information.

Whenever filling vehicle with fuel, fuel would spit back out. This happens before fuel tank is full. Referenced in rq03-006.

This car has been, nonstop, 1 mech problem after another with kia CO & manuf claiming 'normal wear/tear or first heard of problems. ' your site shows that other consumers of same vehicle have all experienced same problems (esp brakes, battery, tires, steering column, fuel assembly). Kia & dealership unresponsive and unaccountable for products sold and represented- esp. Highly dangerous vehicle problems/defects. (dot number: 96737 tiresize: p185/65r14).

Gas tank failed (attorney for client). Yh.

After is inserted in the gas tank, gas began to leak out. Dealer aware of problem, but cannot fix it.

New problems arise with a black, oily, and greasy soot all over my front tires and all over my engine. Car purchased brand new. Has been nothing but a headache. Don't buy a kia!.

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When starting the engine it would turn over & then vehicle would stall. Once started, vehicle would hesitate. The fuel gauge fails to register fuel intake. Also, vehicle is very hard to shift into gear properly. Took vehicle to dealer to have problems checked. The mechanic replaced the fly wheel & the gas tank.

The original problem was the gas guage not reading the proper level, after it was repaired it occurred again. The same day as the second repair the gas tank developed a leak. Three months after this repair the leak reoccurred. It was repaired and within 1 week was back in the shop with another leak. The vehicle in now the northtown kia being repaired for the third leak.

Every time you put gas in the tank it spits it out at you, it almost went into my eyes. That could be very dangerous. Please check this out before someone loses their sight. Thank you, linda rhoads.

Tail light had to be replaced because of leaking, this is 4th time for brakes squeaking and pulsating, cow panel baffle needed replaced because of water pouring in behind glove box. People I don't know pull me over and complain about their kia Sephias and similar problems with them. Also the engine sometimes won't start the first time. It takes two or three times once in a while. It also sounds like the engine will jump right out of the car because it jerks so hard when starting. The gas tank has yet to let me fill it all the way. It gets almost full, then spits the gas out and won't let you "squeeze " it full. It's like there is no venting going on. I have heard similiar reports from other owners.

Consumer was pumping gas at an amico station---2216 plank rd. Fredricksburg, va. When a fire ball shot out of gas tank and immediately began to burn. Consumer found a fire exstingusher and managed to put the fire out. Ak.

Gas tank is designed with a lot of curves which allows the gas to flow freely. This has resulted in gas spilling onto persons filling the tank.

The consumer has been experiencing several problems wit vehicle. The horn, brakes, engine check light, and gas lights has been malfunctioning. When they put in gasoline in vehicle, it shoots back out and the gas light continues to illuminate. The manufacturer has been contacted.

Front axle made a noise due to a wrong size of the axle on the vehicle. Also there was a defective transmission/ emission control system. Axle and transmission replaced. Gas tank will not fill properly, spits gas back onto the ground.

Fuel will spit out while refueling tank. Tank not necessarily full when this occurs.

Whenever fuel is pumped into tank, it would spill back out. Vehicle cannot be completely filled. Has taken vehicle to dealer & entire fuel tank system has been replaced. The problem still exists. Also engine check light keeps coming on/turn signals would not show, and headlights would get moisture inside of lens.

Fuel tank has developed a split in seam, causing fuel leakage. Please give any further details.