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While driving at 25 mph vehicle was involved in a head collision. Upon impact, airbags did not deploy.
On march 28, 2009, my daughter was a passenger in a 2001 kia sephia that lost control in the rain doing about 50 mph, went down an embankment & ravine on its side, started to overturn, when it slammed into a tree. The roof on this car then collapsed onto my daughters head causing such severe head trauma and swelling in her brain, along with many many other injuries that she did not survive the crash.why did this happen?the airbags did not deploy! ! !how many different areas of the car need to be hit before the airbags deploy!she was wearing her seatbelt.if the airbags had deployed like they should have, she would probably be with me today. She was only 21 years old and had everything to live for. This *#>*^$ car killed my only daughter! ! ! how many deaths have to happen before kia gets the message and does something to prevent it.these cars do not need to be in the u.s.a.kia has been getting reports since 2001 that the airbags on this car fail to deploy.they are guilty of criminal negligence! !help!
I was in an accident on the below date at 730pm.there was myself and my daughter in my 2001 kia sephia and we hit a tree after losing control on icy road.the car was a total loss but yet neither airbag was deployed.i feel that you and other consumers should be aware that there might be a defect in the airbags, considering the vechicle was a total loss and per the owners manual there was no speed limit in which they would deploy.i have pictures showing the total destruction of the vechicle and the proof that the airbags were never deployed.again i just think considering there commericals pride themselves on the safety of there vechicles this is very disturbing and should be addressed.i would appreciate your time in this matter so that hopefully no one else will be injured.i would appreciate a response from the nhtsa if possible
I was on my way to college when i hit a patch of wet road, when i tried to correct the slide, the right side grabbed and put me into a spin over both lanes and i hit the left side guard rail head on at approx. 45mph. Air bags didn't deploy for either side. Car is almost worth fixing but i will never drive that metal deathtrap again. This is my first and absolutely the last kia i will ever buy.
I was involved in a head on accident at 30 mph, the airbag did not deploy and i was injured.
When attempting to make an emergency stop in traffic that came to a sudden holt,anti-lock brakes did not respond.pedal was applied, and vehicle just began sliding, hitting another vehicle inrear. Air bags did not deploy, andseat belts did not restrain. Kia has been contacted.
I was driving my 2001 kia sephia approximately 45 mph in decatur county, georgia on august 1, 2006 when a pontiac bonneville pulled into my lane of travel. My sephia collided with the bonneville at a 20 degree angle. Neither of the front airbags deployed and my son (front seat passenger) was thrown into the front windshield where his head was lodged in the glass. He sustained a severe and permanent closed head injury and now requires 24/7 care. In addition to suffering a closed head injury, my son's knee impacted the instrument panel to the left of the glove box which caused severe hip and leg injuries. Kia denied responsibility and litigation is ongoing. Experts in the litigation estimate the ebs of the crash to be between 12 & 18 mph.
Consumer's vehicle was involved in a front end collision.upon impact,dual airbags didn't deploy.two passengers sustained head injuries. Vehicle was a total loss.*ph
While waiting at stop light another vehicle rearended vehicle. Upon impact, front seatbacks collapsed backwards into the rear. Then, vehicle was pushed into a ditch , and air bags failed to deploy.passenger suffered broken backand leg.driver suffered severe back sprain. Vehicle was totaled. *yd
The sephia was hit at an angle on the right front corner at about 30 miles per hour.the airbags deloyed and the passenger side airbag and wiring immedeatly caught on fire.the cabin filled with dust from the bags and smoke.the power windows did not work at that point. The driver could not see the door handle. Someone opened the door to let her out.a passenger had recently exited the car or the accident could have been much worse. The driver side airbag delpoyed and went down so fast that the drivers head was jerked back and let drop so that it did not reduce the whiplash signifacantly.
Consumers vehicle was hit on the left front by another motorist that was traveling between 45 and 50 mph, neither the driver or passenger air bag experienced deployment, causing injuries to both people.
Drive and passenger airbag did not deploy in 2001 kia sephia ls.
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision of 30-35 mph, and both air bags did not deploy. Dealer / manufacturer notified. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
On march 28, 2009, my daughter was a passenger in a 2001 kia sephia that lost control in the rain doing about 50 mph, went down an embankment & ravine on its side, started to overturn, when it slammed into a tree. The roof on this car then collapsed onto my daughters head causing such severe head trauma and swelling in her brain, along with many many other injuries that she did not survive the crash.why did this happen?the airbags did not deploy! ! !how many different areas of the car need to be hit before the airbags deploy!she was wearing her seatbelt.if the airbags had deployed like they should have, she would probably be with me today. She was only 21 years old and had everything to live for. This *#>*^$ car killed my only daughter! ! ! how many deaths have to happen before kia gets the message and does something to prevent it.these cars do not need to be in the u.s.a.kia has been getting reports since 2001 that the airbags on this car fail to deploy.they are guilty of criminal negligence! !help!
While driving 5-10 mph vehicle was hit in front end byanother vehicle going about 35 mph. Upon impact, neither airbag deployed. No injuries, damage to vehicle unknown at this time.
Consumer stated as a result of a head oncrashair bags did not deploy.
After the accident occurred insurance failed to notice the steering wheel had been cracked, i have had the car at a body shop and there is some type of confusion with getting a new steering wheel from kia. We are not certain of the exact estimate to this day, nor do we know when we will be getting our car repaired. Because of the airbags failure to deploy injuries did occur which may have been prevented had they deployed . The crash was at 35 mph and was a direct frontal impact. We called the dealership and at their request have given police report and injury reports. The person we are dealing with is amy jones . Today we called her and she said the situation was not life threatening thus the airbags did not deploy. We believe that they should have deployed. Futhermore it appears that the failure is considered normal by kia according to our conversation thus far. The represenative also claims that they did not have a chance to look at the car because we did not report it in time. Well the car is still sitting in the shop over two months later in god knows what condition and they still have not went out to see it. So it appears to us we have no choice accept to take measures to prevent this from happening to someone else or us again. We are writing and requesting a full investigation as to why the airbags did not deploy.? why the shop is not recieving a steering wheel from kia?personally we do not think the car is safe and request a inspection and investigation as towhy all this is happening? why are we being put off ?we do not or will we ever feel safe about driving this car again.*aik
After the accident occurred insurance failed to notice the steering wheel had been cracked, i have had the car at a body shop and there is some type of confusion with getting a new steering wheel from kia. We are not certain of the exact estimate to this day, nor do we know when we will be getting our car repaired. Because of the airbags failure to deploy injuries did occur which may have been prevented had they deployed . The crash was at 35 mph and was a direct frontal impact. We called the dealership and at their request have given police report and injury reports. The person we are dealing with is amy jones . Today we called her and she said the situation was not life threatening thus the airbags did not deploy. We believe that they should have deployed. Futhermore it appears that the failure is considered normal by kia according to our conversation thus far. The represenative also claims that they did not have a chance to look at the car because we did not report it in time. Well the car is still sitting in the shop over two months later in god knows what condition and they still have not went out to see it. So it appears to us we have no choice accept to take measures to prevent this from happening to someone else or us again. We are writing and requesting a full investigation as to why the airbags did not deploy.? why the shop is not recieving a steering wheel from kia?personally we do not think the car is safe and request a inspection and investigation as towhy all this is happening? why are we being put off ?we do not or will we ever feel safe about driving this car again.*aik
While going 65 on the freeway i lost control of the vehicle and the vehicle slammed into the center divider.the vehicle hit the divider from the front ending up on its side.vehicle is totaled and air bags failed to deploy.obviously this isn't the first time the air bags on this vehicle have failed to deploy sometimes causing severe injuries.a complaint will be filed with the dealership and the manufacturer.*nlm
While driving 60mph a large objec fell off the back of a truck and hitfront ofcar ,and air bags did not deploy.
On march 28, 2009, my daughter was a passenger in a 2001 kia sephia that lost control in the rain doing about 50 mph, went down an embankment & ravine on its side, started to overturn, when it slammed into a tree. The roof on this car then collapsed onto my daughters head causing such severe head trauma and swelling in her brain, along with many many other injuries that she did not survive the crash.why did this happen?the airbags did not deploy! ! !how many different areas of the car need to be hit before the airbags deploy!she was wearing her seatbelt.if the airbags had deployed like they should have, she would probably be with me today. She was only 21 years old and had everything to live for. This *#>*^$ car killed my only daughter! ! ! how many deaths have to happen before kia gets the message and does something to prevent it.these cars do not need to be in the u.s.a.kia has been getting reports since 2001 that the airbags on this car fail to deploy.they are guilty of criminal negligence! !help!
My car is in the shop for the third major repair in less than 2 years. First, in jan. Of '04 there was a leak in the block. That required the entire engine to be replaced ($3,800). Then, 2 months ago, the entire electrical system had to be replaced ($1,567) and now it is in the shop to have the compressor and belts replaced($975). The dealership also does not offer a loaner car and i cannot afford to rent.
Consumer stated that headlights changed from bright to dim constantly.first they were bright, then they gradually became dim.the consumer took the vehicle to several mechanics and was told by that there was nothing they could do because this was a manufacturer's defect.the headlightsnever stopped working, they just dimmed enough that it was hard to view in front while driving.there was trouble with the keyless entry.the vehicle locked up would not unlock.while driving, the problem seemed worse at a moderate steady speed. *sc
The contact owns a 2001 kia sephia.the vehicle failed to start after several attempts.the starter and two relays were replaced; however, the failure immediately recurred.the contact has not had the vehicle diagnosed by an authorized dealer to determine the cause of the failure.she is in the process of notifying the manufacturer.the failure and current mileages were 52,984. Updated 01/07/09.*ljupdated 01/08/09.
Having trouble with drivers side window. It will work then the motor/regulator gets stuck and won't function. Then all of a sudden it will work then not work. I just want to find out what's causing problem. All wires to switch tested positive power is going to and from motor/regulator to all switches. My cell is [xxx] i just want a name and phone number of someone who can fix this in 07646 area code. I,e an expert on power window problemsthank you. My name is [xxx] this is sort of a complaint because it's become a difficult diagnosis i need a kia specialists help.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Before 40,000 miles, had fuel pump changed 2 times, starter changed 2 times, new transmission, ignition control module once, doors replaced due to defect, new paint job due to trash under original paint job, all hub caps and trim were replaced due to fading at 10,000 miles (which faded again a few thousand miles later), ac blower resistor motor replaced, all mirrors were replaced, electrical short in dome light, & ignition switch replaced. I bought my car in oct 2001, and was put in shop for the first time in jan. 2002 and has been there 55 days since. I have kept up with all required maintenance. Sorry, but this car is junk. And i hate to have had a bad experience buying my first new vehicle.
Car shut off in traffic on three separate occasions.dealer has replaced several electrical or computer parts and has been unable to fix the problem.i have tolk kia that i no longer want the car (lemon law).kia very hard to work with and get answers from.i have contacted an attorney and local news media to help settle the problem.other kia lemon cases in court at this date.contact me at [email protected] if you have similar problems.
Vehicle has a problem with starting, has to crank it four or more times before vehicle would start. Vehicle been todealer on two occasions, and he was unable to correct the problem. Feel free to provide any further infromation.
Bought new car.several electrical malfunctions.inside door locks (repaired 2 times).horn malfunction (repaired 2 times).spark plugs, wires, and coil (replaced 1 time).rear defrost malfunction (repaired 1 time.) air filter cover screws and holes stripped out (replaced 1 time).air conditioner fan-scraping noise (never repaired).outside door locks malfunction (currently being looked at).stick shift was "jumping around"-rear motor mount was bad (replaced 1 time).knock sensor malfunction (replaced 1 time).dash dials not working (replaced fuse 1 time).problems started day after i purchased car-should have heeded the obvious warning!do not buy kia!
When driving 25-30 mph vehicle will vibrate and hesitate, and engine check light comes on. Vehicle taken to dealer 6 times, replaced fuel pump/ catalytic converter/ reset codes, and changed spark plugs. Did not remedy problem.
While idling at a stop sign or light vehicle would die out. Would have no warning. Vehicle not able to be restart after stalling out. Had vehicle towed to dealer. Mechanic changedignition cable, but the problem still exists.
Vehicle has a problem with a computer chipwhich causesvehiclenot to run. Contacted dealer, anddealerwas not willing to do anything.
Dealer replaced in the last past three months the following items: ignition coil/fuel injection system twice/wiring harness, andcatalytic converter. However,problemsstill recurred.
Vehicle does not have any power. Vehicle has been checked by dealer, who has replaced wire harness/ 2 computer chips,and transmission twice.vehicle was picked up7/3/02, and broke down again.consumer has to have pedal floored for vehicle to move.
The sephia was hit at an angle on the right front corner at about 30 miles per hour.the airbags deloyed and the passenger side airbag and wiring immedeatly caught on fire.the cabin filled with dust from the bags and smoke.the power windows did not work at that point. The driver could not see the door handle. Someone opened the door to let her out.a passenger had recently exited the car or the accident could have been much worse. The driver side airbag delpoyed and went down so fast that the drivers head was jerked back and let drop so that it did not reduce the whiplash signifacantly.
Dealer replaced in the last past three months the following items: ignition coil/fuel injection system twice/wiring harness, andcatalytic converter. However,problemsstill recurred.
Vehicle does not have any power. Vehicle has been checked by dealer, who has replaced wire harness/ 2 computer chips,and transmission twice.vehicle was picked up7/3/02, and broke down again.consumer has to have pedal floored for vehicle to move.
Wires shorted by seatbelt mount under left front seat area, causing turn signal failure.
Bought new car.several electrical malfunctions.inside door locks (repaired 2 times).horn malfunction (repaired 2 times).spark plugs, wires, and coil (replaced 1 time).rear defrost malfunction (repaired 1 time.) air filter cover screws and holes stripped out (replaced 1 time).air conditioner fan-scraping noise (never repaired).outside door locks malfunction (currently being looked at).stick shift was "jumping around"-rear motor mount was bad (replaced 1 time).knock sensor malfunction (replaced 1 time).dash dials not working (replaced fuse 1 time).problems started day after i purchased car-should have heeded the obvious warning!do not buy kia!
The check engine light appeared on the dash then the engine slowed down.dealer has inspected the vehicle several times but could not duplicate or correct the problem.*nlm
Engine and lots of others.*nlm
While driving at 35mph vehicle will stall without warning making it hard to control vehicle. Dealer notified.ts
Vehicle repeatedly stalls. Taken to the dealtership several times ,and told that the problem did not occur when they had the vehicle; therefore, they are unable to fix. Dealership acted as if they never heard of this problem when i see now that this is a common problem. Vehicle is only used to drive in area - mostly taking 2 of my 3 young children to school.
The vehicle stalled, and then caught on fire.
When pressing on gas motor rose aboveframe. Driver noticed when hood was raised and gas pressed. Driver felt cause was defected motor mounts.consumer took vehicle to dealer because the transaxlejumped out of place and causedvehicle to crash.please provide any further information.
The vehicle stalled without warning, the dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.
While driving 55 mph, the vehicle stalled.the driver was able to restart the vehicle and drive to the dealer for analysis. The mechanic could not duplicate the problem.*ph
My car is in the shop for the third major repair in less than 2 years. First, in jan. Of '04 there was a leak in the block. That required the entire engine to be replaced ($3,800). Then, 2 months ago, the entire electrical system had to be replaced ($1,567) and now it is in the shop to have the compressor and belts replaced($975). The dealership also does not offer a loaner car and i cannot afford to rent.
Vehicle intermittently stalls while driving at any speed, have taken vehicle to dealership 6 times for problem. Mechanic can not resolve stalling.consumer stated the engine light will illuminated while driving and then stall.
When consumer starts up the vehicle and after the vehicle has warmed up, when he goes to shut the vehicle off and restart the vehicle - he has to turn the ignition four (4) times before the engine will turn over.the dealership has examined the vehicle three times and been unable to effectively correct the problem.the dealership to date has replaced air filters and the fuel pump.
While idling at a stop sign or light vehicle would die out. Would have no warning. Vehicle not able to be restart after stalling out. Had vehicle towed to dealer. Mechanic changedignition cable, but the problem still exists.
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While traveling on highway there was a bad smell coming from exhaust system intovehicle. Vehicle will shutdown without prior warning.
When driving 25-30 mph vehicle will vibrate and hesitate, and engine check light comes on. Vehicle taken to dealer 6 times, replaced fuel pump/ catalytic converter/ reset codes, and changed spark plugs. Did not remedy problem.
While the consumer was traveling, the vehicle experienced power surge and the engine shifted into lower gear decreasing the speed and stalling the vehicle. The vehicle also stalls at idle. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer three times for the same problem, however can not remedy the problem.
Engine check light would remain on whenever starting or while driving. Dealer notified, and an appointment have been made.
While the consumer was traveling, the vehicle experienced power surge and the engine shifted into lower gear decreasing the speed and stalling the vehicle. The vehicle also stalls at idle. The vehicle was repaired by the dealer three times for the same problem, however can not remedy the problem.
On board diagnostic system (check eng. Light) monitors emissions, but can be tripped off by a loose fuel filler cap as per the owner's manual explanation sec. 4-32. It seems that this is a safety problem when such a light can come on with such regularity that it is listed in the vehicle owner's manual and yet the owner is supposed to heed the light each and every time regardless of his or her driving predicament? such an obviously faulty sensor system shouldn't be allowed in cars. I was told by my service dealer that i would be charged for all future "repairs" since i was negligent in securing the fuel cap according to them. I hardly think that i was negligent in securing the fuel cap three times in a five month period, it really isn't that difficult. I believe the obd is faulty since the owner's manual even points out its oversensitivity to "loose" fuel caps. It wouldn't surprise me if it isn't the fuel cap at all, but rather the vapor recovery valves failing again and setting off the obd light.
While traveling on highway there was a bad smell coming from exhaust system intovehicle. Vehicle will shutdown without prior warning.
The mass air flow sensor was loose causing the check engine light to illuminate.
The mass air flow sensor was loose causing the check engine light to illuminate.
When filling upgas tank to full and driving 140 milesgas gaugewill read empty.also,engine light is constanly coming on because of a 02 sensor failure.please provide any further information.
Dealer replaced in the last past three months the following items: ignition coil/fuel injection system twice/wiring harness, andcatalytic converter. However,problemsstill recurred.
When consumer boughtvehicle brand newshe noticed thatvehicle had a burning smell like rubber.also,vehicle will hesitate, and wouldn't move at all. Dealership was aware of problem.
When driving 25-30 mph vehicle will vibrate and hesitate, and engine check light comes on. Vehicle taken to dealer 6 times, replaced fuel pump/ catalytic converter/ reset codes, and changed spark plugs. Did not remedy problem.
When startingvehicleair conditioner fan will make a very loud noise. Noise continues untilvehicle is shut off and restarted. Contacted dealer, and dealer cannot find the cause.
Bought new car.several electrical malfunctions.inside door locks (repaired 2 times).horn malfunction (repaired 2 times).spark plugs, wires, and coil (replaced 1 time).rear defrost malfunction (repaired 1 time.) air filter cover screws and holes stripped out (replaced 1 time).air conditioner fan-scraping noise (never repaired).outside door locks malfunction (currently being looked at).stick shift was "jumping around"-rear motor mount was bad (replaced 1 time).knock sensor malfunction (replaced 1 time).dash dials not working (replaced fuse 1 time).problems started day after i purchased car-should have heeded the obvious warning!do not buy kia!
Dt*:the contact stated without warning the radio stopped working and there was a burning odor.the contact removed the radio and found melted wires.the contact replaced the wires and the vehicle was not seen by a mechanic.
Consumer stated that headlights changed from bright to dim constantly.first they were bright, then they gradually became dim.the consumer took the vehicle to several mechanics and was told by that there was nothing they could do because this was a manufacturer's defect.the headlightsnever stopped working, they just dimmed enough that it was hard to view in front while driving.there was trouble with the keyless entry.the vehicle locked up would not unlock.while driving, the problem seemed worse at a moderate steady speed. *sc
Left rear turning light emitting white light on a kia sephia seen in traffic.the clear lens and a white light bulb are the culprits.this illegal white light is from white light bulbs mistakenly used vice amber bulbs.the only white light to shine behind a car is back-up lights.i don't know if the owner of that car replaced the bulbs himself with the wrong bulbs or if all kia's are being produced that way.strongly suggest replacing all clear turn signal lenses with amber ones.yes, a recall.that will stop illegal white light from shining in other drivers eyes especially at nighttime.thank you for a prompt response.
While backing out passenger's side tail light failed to come on.consumer replaced the light fixture with a fuse and bulb, but problem recurred.consumer took vehicle to the dealer for inspection, andmechanicdetermined that the problem could not be duplicated.
The contact owns a 2001 kia sephia.the contact stated that water was collecting inside the driver side tail light housing.the dealer stated that the warranty was not bumper-to-bumper and would not repair the vehicle under warranty.the purchase date was unknown.the current mileage was 33,000 and failure mileage was 32,000.
The contact owns a 2001 kia sephia. The contact stated that the vehicle exhibited an unusually overpowering gasoline odor from the blower vents when first starting the vehicle. The failure would occur intermittently and became progressively worse over time. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered a leak in the fuel dampener at the connection with the fuel line. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
I am just a little disgusted by the fact that i bought a brand new vehicle so that i wouldn't have to worry about repairs for awhile.i bought a 2001 kia sephia in august of 2001 and it is now july 2004 and my fuel pump has failed twice now.i have had vehicles in the past that have had well over 100,000 miles before ever having to replace a fuel pump.i feel that they should last more that a year or year and a half.i also had the shifter replaced due to a defect.this is a part i have never had to repace on a vehicle even with 300,000 miles!!the fuel pump is my biggest compaint however.i am just over the 60, 000 mile warranty and the fuel pump is going out for the second time.i had to have it replace after i had the vehicle for only a year.the majority of the miles on the car are highway miles as i have approx. A 70 mile commute per day.i can't believe i would be the only person that has had the problem with the fuel pump. All maintenance and oil changes have been done on schedule. I only use gas from either a texaco or chevron station...no cheap gas so this is really difficult to swallow.please let me know if there have been other similar compaints.thank you
Dealer replaced in the last past three months the following items: ignition coil/fuel injection system twice/wiring harness, andcatalytic converter. However,problemsstill recurred.
Fuel injectors are leaking. This causesvehicle to shut down at 40 mph.please provide any further information.
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.mrreferenced in rq03-006
Car gives off a very bad gas odor. Everytime i put gas in the car, the gas indicator on the dashboard goes down and car cuts off on me when im doing 20 mph.
When filling upgas tank to full and driving 140 milesgas gaugewill read empty.also,engine light is constanly coming on because of a 02 sensor failure.please provide any further information.
I just take over a 2001 kia sephia from my brother in-law and he warned menot to lock the car if i lock the car doors i might not get in or out some times, to day when i started the car but i could not close the door, then i tried to press the lock switch and slammed the door, the door was closed, and i drove the car to a coffee shop i parked my car there but i could not open the door, lucky me i can opened from the passenger side door and i got out from there. After i left the coffee shop i had to get in from the same door when i got out, when i got home i can open the door and the door locks seemed to be working properly, but after i left it for about 2 hours and it happened again the weather outside was about -6 degree, i went online checked there were many complaint with the same problem and same type of car that i had , i think this is a safety issue that should be pressured to kia let them recall all of themodel which had the same problem to correct it!
In freezing tempatures door lock freeze up and are unable to be opened from either the inside or out. Also door latch will freeze as well causing door to not latch properly until car has warmed up.
I am complaining because my gear shift won't shift. In the owner's manual, it says if this happens to remove the small cap on the gear shift box and put a screw driver in the hole to manually shift, which i have had to do for the past few months. If they knew it was going to happen and placed a back-up plan in the manual, why didn't they fix it to began with? it would cost a few hundred dollars to replace the gear shift cable. Why should i have to be the one to do this? i think it is kia's responsibility to replace my gear shift cable. Like i said, it is in the owner's manual to use a screw driver if the gear shift fails.updated 04/21/11
Transmission is not working properly,.gears have become harder to change, and when driving, transmission will slip at times. Contacted dealer. Please provide further information.
While driving at any speed vehicle stalled.driver was able torestart the vehicle, and took itto the dealer for inspection.mechanic determined thattransmission needed to be replaced, and replaced it. However, the problem recurred, and the mechanic replaced the control module.the problem recurred once again.
-i am the second owner of this 2001 kia sephia ls 4 door. Here is my complaint.the instruction simply stated "to shift from park press brake pedal".the button ,located in the top left side of the handle,that has to be pressed while applyingbrake pedal will not go all the way in.since the date of purchased, everyday when putting gear from park to drive i had to wait 30 minutes or more before the knob can be pushed all the way in.i thought this was normal for an automatic transmission until today (1 june 03).the button was completely paralized.my car had to be towed to the nearest kia service department.they are closed on sundays.tomorrow (monday) i will report the problem to kia.i think all 2001 kia sephia with automatic transmission must be recalled for the malfunctioning that my car had.
The first day driving the vehicle, i drove approx. 3 miles and the "engine" light came on and the "overdrive-off" light kept flashing off and on.the dealership told me it was a defective shift lever bushing and they had the car for 3 days to replace the part. A week later the engine light and o/d lights came on again. Dealership couldn't find problem, so they called the kia manaufacturing plant and the factory said they have had over 2,000 complaints about the same problem and that theres a flaw in the transmission control module and it's not detrimental to the engine, but they are in the process of making the right part to send out to the dealerships to handle the problem. Whether this is accurate or not, i was onlty taking the service managers word for it.
The automatic transmission has failed on me twice. The car is not even 2 years old. *nlm
Engine and lots of others.*nlm
Vehicle was parked in the driveway on a slight incline.i made sure that the vehicle was in park, turned off and i removed the key.i went inside and an hour later i was informed by my uncle that my car was sitting at the bottom of the driveway.when we went outside my car was in neutral and had rolled backwards down the driveway.after the vehicle was pulled back up the driveway i tried to take the key out after putting the vehicle in neutral, it would not allow me to remove the key from the ignition.i then put the car in reverse and tried to remove the key, it again would not allow me to remove the key.i then put the car in park, turned the car off, and removed the key.after removing the key, i tried to force the gear into reverse and into neutral, it would not allow me too.i pressed on the brake and pulled on the gear to get it to move and it would not.my father, and insurance agent, had informed me that a while back there was a manufacturer defect in some ford vehicle's.the result of the manufacturer defect was that the transmissions were throwing themselves into reverse.i have spoken to mechanics and they say that it is possible for a vehicle with a transmission defect to throw themselves into neutral, but when i called around to different kia dealers, they refuse to believe me and tell me that it was human error.there is no way that i could have removed the key if the vehicle was not in park.i am affraid that a child may be playing behind my car, or an individual may be harmed if this were to happen again, so if you could please look into it, and let me know if there is anything else that i can do besides set my parking break.thank you.
When vehicle is in reverse there is a clunking and rumbling sound.when vehicle is stopping or standing still itmakes a loud whistling noise. When entering highway vehicle will not accelerate over 50 mph,gas pedal has to be pushed to the floor. Consumer feels this is very unsafe.
Transmission failed while driving. Consumer stated transmission was replaced five times. Consumer just had a sixth replacement of transmission.*la
Vehicle hadautomatic transmission and the gear shift will not stay in park. When parking the vehicle and turning it off vehicle rolled into reverse. Consumer had to use the emergency brake to keep the car from rolling back. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer on 3 separate occasions.dealer maintained that the defect was not theirproblem.
I was driving down the road and the transmission started slipping. Then another day the car died going down the road. I managed to get off the road, and then i got it started back up ,and was going home and the car stopped running again. When i got it running again i took it home, and i am afraid to drive it again. I bought it at a used car dealer and it only had 37,000 miles on it when it bought it. It is not quite 93,000 miles on it now and i am still having to pay for something that i am afraid to drive. I have replaced the brake pads 3 times.the dya it quit running twice with me is dec. 21 merry christmas to me.i didn't have the money to take it to a mechanic. So i just parked it in my backyard.
Before 40,000 miles, had fuel pump changed 2 times, starter changed 2 times, new transmission, ignition control module once, doors replaced due to defect, new paint job due to trash under original paint job, all hub caps and trim were replaced due to fading at 10,000 miles (which faded again a few thousand miles later), ac blower resistor motor replaced, all mirrors were replaced, electrical short in dome light, & ignition switch replaced. I bought my car in oct 2001, and was put in shop for the first time in jan. 2002 and has been there 55 days since. I have kept up with all required maintenance. Sorry, but this car is junk. And i hate to have had a bad experience buying my first new vehicle.
Vehicle does not have any power. Vehicle has been checked by dealer, who has replaced wire harness/ 2 computer chips,and transmission twice.vehicle was picked up7/3/02, and broke down again.consumer has to have pedal floored for vehicle to move.
Bought new car.several electrical malfunctions.inside door locks (repaired 2 times).horn malfunction (repaired 2 times).spark plugs, wires, and coil (replaced 1 time).rear defrost malfunction (repaired 1 time.) air filter cover screws and holes stripped out (replaced 1 time).air conditioner fan-scraping noise (never repaired).outside door locks malfunction (currently being looked at).stick shift was "jumping around"-rear motor mount was bad (replaced 1 time).knock sensor malfunction (replaced 1 time).dash dials not working (replaced fuse 1 time).problems started day after i purchased car-should have heeded the obvious warning!do not buy kia!
While drivingmanual transmission broke. Dealer replacedclutch and transmission one time. Once again transmission broke, and vehicle was out warranty.
While drivingmanual transmission broke. Dealer replacedclutch and transmission one time. Once again transmission broke, and vehicle was out warranty.
Consumer states while driving constantly the shift locks and 3-35 minutes vehicle will be out of power. *yd
Wires shorted by seatbelt mount under left front seat area, causing turn signal failure.
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly.right front window is blurry.dealer replaced deformed front door glass.rear defroster inoperative.dealer found rear defrost grid broken.left side mirror vibrates.side mirror assembly replaced.
While traveling with rear seat belts on seat belts locks up andpassanger was unable to move. Please provide further information. Mfr has been contacted.
Both rear seatbelt retractors keep tightening when used. Vehicle taken to dealership for inspection, dealer stated seatbelts were working properly.
When attempting to make an emergency stop in traffic that came to a sudden holt,anti-lock brakes did not respond.pedal was applied, and vehicle just began sliding, hitting another vehicle inrear. Air bags did not deploy, andseat belts did not restrain. Kia has been contacted.
I was stopped at a yield sign due to oncoming traffic and was stuck from the rear from another vehicle.my seatbelt did not lock and my chest struck the steering wheel and rebounded into the seat.my seat moved forward causing difficulty exiting the vehicle.
Consumer states that the rear seat belt did not lock when drive slammed on brakes, causing injuries. Ts
Consumer states when had a accident the rear seat shoulder straps did not lock causing injuries. Ts
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly.right front window is blurry.dealer replaced deformed front door glass.rear defroster inoperative.dealer found rear defrost grid broken.left side mirror vibrates.side mirror assembly replaced.
I was stopped at a yield sign due to oncoming traffic and was stuck from the rear from another vehicle.my seatbelt did not lock and my chest struck the steering wheel and rebounded into the seat.my seat moved forward causing difficulty exiting the vehicle.
While waiting at stop light another vehicle rearended vehicle. Upon impact, front seatbacks collapsed backwards into the rear. Then, vehicle was pushed into a ditch , and air bags failed to deploy.passenger suffered broken backand leg.driver suffered severe back sprain. Vehicle was totaled. *yd
Vechical at idle went into high rpm and loss of brakes and lasted about 30 to 45 seconds
When starting the car mostly in the morning,the brake failed.the brake pedal went all the way to the floor.the pedal was all the way to the floor (level with the clutch) before the car came to a complete stop.
Consumer states that vehicle was taken in for a routine check, dealer stated front rotors and brakes needed replacing, because of new design in rotors. Please provide any further information.mr
When attempting to make an emergency stop in traffic that came to a sudden holt,anti-lock brakes did not respond.pedal was applied, and vehicle just began sliding, hitting another vehicle inrear. Air bags did not deploy, andseat belts did not restrain. Kia has been contacted.
When applyingbrakes at any given speed they would continue to squeak. Dealer notified and repairs were made.
Rear end would wobble when traveling at 45 or more mph or when applyingbrakes to slow down. Dealer notified and made repairs.
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.*scc
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.
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.
In august of 2006 i had taken my car in for brakes. Coming to find out my brakes were bad, i needed new rotors and my wheel cylinders blew out. Causing me to lose my brakes one day on my way to work.had the vehicle towed in to have it fixed. Called the dealer they said there is no complaints on this.had the car fixed.. Took them 6 hours to bleed the brakes. Took the car home, the next morning went to leave and had no brakes again. Had it towed back to shop. Had to bleed brakes again, thenin december i went to leave for work and the brake pedal went to the floor, i had no brakes. Got the car to the same shop that fixed it the first time. Coming to find out the wheel cylinders blew out again causing brake fluid to leak all over my brakes. They had to replace my wheel cylinders and brakes . They wante to charge me labor since they said it was a defective part. I refused to pay the labor. We told them not to touch the car until we called them back. (i think they knew i was calling someone else) they called me back not even 5 minutes later and they offered to eat the cost of the labor.so it was fixed for nothing and to this day it still acts up.i think this should be a safety recall on this since i read more of the same thing happening to others.
The flexline supplying the brake fluid to the left rear wheel had been rubbing against a retainer ring and caused all the fluid to leak, resulting in an inoperative brake pedal.tsscc
Master cylinder goes out without warning.consumer applied brakes, and pedal went to the floor.consumer feels very unsafe. Please provide any further information.
Master cylinder, went out the second time. I had my car in the dealers shop on december 31, 2002. My master cylinder went out at 13157 miles, and the master cylinder went out again at 14252 miles (3/1/03). The car will be 2 years old in april. I am very scared to get back in the car this time, i am looking into purchasing a new car. This car is unsafe and unpredictable.
Engine and lots of others.*nlm
Before 40,000 miles, had fuel pump changed 2 times, starter changed 2 times, new transmission, ignition control module once, doors replaced due to defect, new paint job due to trash under original paint job, all hub caps and trim were replaced due to fading at 10,000 miles (which faded again a few thousand miles later), ac blower resistor motor replaced, all mirrors were replaced, electrical short in dome light, & ignition switch replaced. I bought my car in oct 2001, and was put in shop for the first time in jan. 2002 and has been there 55 days since. I have kept up with all required maintenance. Sorry, but this car is junk. And i hate to have had a bad experience buying my first new vehicle.
Dt:dashboardseparated from windshield without warning. Driver's side came loose, and now the other sidewas loose. Manufacturer was called, and they said they had a recall on that problem. Dealer has not been contacted yet.
Water is leaking into the vehicle onto the passenger side floor. When this occurs in cooler temperatures and the defroster is engaged the water is evaporated. This causesmoisture to develop onto the window. This reduces the driver's visibility.this is an on going problem, but the dealership is unable to locate the source of the water leak. Please provide more information. *ph2001 kia sephia experiencing a problem where water leaks into the vehicle on the passenger side floor.there is also a problem with moisture developing on the windshield which is impairing the driver's visibility.consumer also concerned of a mold that is growing on the vehicle's carpet.*mr
Bought new car.several electrical malfunctions.inside door locks (repaired 2 times).horn malfunction (repaired 2 times).spark plugs, wires, and coil (replaced 1 time).rear defrost malfunction (repaired 1 time.) air filter cover screws and holes stripped out (replaced 1 time).air conditioner fan-scraping noise (never repaired).outside door locks malfunction (currently being looked at).stick shift was "jumping around"-rear motor mount was bad (replaced 1 time).knock sensor malfunction (replaced 1 time).dash dials not working (replaced fuse 1 time).problems started day after i purchased car-should have heeded the obvious warning!do not buy kia!
At cold temperatures driver's side door had trouble opening and closing. When taken to dealerfor service the same problem continued. There was an incident where consumer was driving andsuddenly the dooropened. Consumer had to hold the door shut until she arrived at her destination.
Weather stripping on the door(right rear) keeps coming off and doesn't allow the door to close properly.service 4 times and replaced twice.
Consumer states that the rubber strips on all four doors have came loose on 2 different occasions, consumer stated that this caused moisture inside the vehicle, and on cold days, frost would build up on the inside of the windows, this also caused the carpet to mildew and mold, kia replaced the rubber strips, however one is coming loose again.
Got out of vehicle to check my mail w/2 kids, 22 months & 6 months in car.ignition & emergency brake left on.came back to car, pulled door handle to open doors, and automatic power locks clicked and locked doors when i lifted the handle to open driver's side door.kids were locked in unheated running car for over 1 hour.police called, tow service got car open.doors should 1) not lock when simply pulling on door handle to open door & 2) should not lock with key in ignition.younger child slept through incident, but older child was very scared and distraught.this could have been a disaster had the car been in a garage (i.e. Carbon monoxide poisoning).
Consumer stated that while driving at any speed on wet pavement and without warning the rear end would wonder causing a distraction to the consumer. Dealer notified. Ts
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Consumer states that while driving and without warning the ball joint snap causing a vehicle accident. Dealer notified. Ts
When filling upgas tank to full and driving 140 milesgas gaugewill read empty.also,engine light is constanly coming on because of a 02 sensor failure.please provide any further information.
On board diagnostic system (check eng. Light) monitors emissions, but can be tripped off by a loose fuel filler cap as per the owner's manual explanation sec. 4-32. It seems that this is a safety problem when such a light can come on with such regularity that it is listed in the vehicle owner's manual and yet the owner is supposed to heed the light each and every time regardless of his or her driving predicament? such an obviously faulty sensor system shouldn't be allowed in cars. I was told by my service dealer that i would be charged for all future "repairs" since i was negligent in securing the fuel cap according to them. I hardly think that i was negligent in securing the fuel cap three times in a five month period, it really isn't that difficult. I believe the obd is faulty since the owner's manual even points out its oversensitivity to "loose" fuel caps. It wouldn't surprise me if it isn't the fuel cap at all, but rather the vapor recovery valves failing again and setting off the obd light.
Engine check light would remain on whenever starting or while driving. Dealer notified, and an appointment have been made.
Engine check light will come on intermittently. Also, light will stay on for days at a time or just hours at a time. Contacted dealer, anddealer cannot find the problem.
Vechical at idle went into high rpm and loss of brakes and lasted about 30 to 45 seconds
Vehicle at 55 mph decelerated to 30 mph for about 15 seconds, and then sped up to over 55 mph before stalling out.vehicle has been in the shop four times already, and there have been parts replaced,butproblem still occurs.
The vehicle brake and gas pedal are too close together. Consumer appliedbrakes, but their foothit the gas pedal also, which caused an accident. Please provide more details. Ph
Before 40,000 miles, had fuel pump changed 2 times, starter changed 2 times, new transmission, ignition control module once, doors replaced due to defect, new paint job due to trash under original paint job, all hub caps and trim were replaced due to fading at 10,000 miles (which faded again a few thousand miles later), ac blower resistor motor replaced, all mirrors were replaced, electrical short in dome light, & ignition switch replaced. I bought my car in oct 2001, and was put in shop for the first time in jan. 2002 and has been there 55 days since. I have kept up with all required maintenance. Sorry, but this car is junk. And i hate to have had a bad experience buying my first new vehicle.
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly.right front window is blurry.dealer replaced deformed front door glass.rear defroster inoperative.dealer found rear defrost grid broken.left side mirror vibrates.side mirror assembly replaced.
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly.right front window is blurry.dealer replaced deformed front door glass.rear defroster inoperative.dealer found rear defrost grid broken.left side mirror vibrates.side mirror assembly replaced.
Bought new car.several electrical malfunctions.inside door locks (repaired 2 times).horn malfunction (repaired 2 times).spark plugs, wires, and coil (replaced 1 time).rear defrost malfunction (repaired 1 time.) air filter cover screws and holes stripped out (replaced 1 time).air conditioner fan-scraping noise (never repaired).outside door locks malfunction (currently being looked at).stick shift was "jumping around"-rear motor mount was bad (replaced 1 time).knock sensor malfunction (replaced 1 time).dash dials not working (replaced fuse 1 time).problems started day after i purchased car-should have heeded the obvious warning!do not buy kia!
Having trouble with drivers side window. It will work then the motor/regulator gets stuck and won't function. Then all of a sudden it will work then not work. I just want to find out what's causing problem. All wires to switch tested positive power is going to and from motor/regulator to all switches. My cell is [xxx] i just want a name and phone number of someone who can fix this in 07646 area code. I,e an expert on power window problemsthank you. My name is [xxx] this is sort of a complaint because it's become a difficult diagnosis i need a kia specialists help.information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
In apr 2005, while driving in my 2001 kia sephia ls, my children complained that it was too cold in the back seat, so i attempted to close the driver's window.as i did, i heard a loud bang that sounded like a gun-shot.the window began to work opposite of what i chose (i.e. If i pushed up, it went down.if i pushed down, it went up.)shortly thereafter, it stopped working completely.i was told that it was the power window regulator and that it would cost $580.00 to replace because there were no after-market parts.i was told by a master mechanic instructor that when the manufacturers changed the construction of the power window regulators from metal to plastic parts, that they don't last anymore.because i couldn't afford to pay the $580.00 to replace the window regulator, i had no choice but to have a thick piece of paper wedged in between the door and the window to hold the window up.in mar 08, the passenger side power window regulator stopped working then in aug 08, the rear passenger side power window regulator stopped working.the driver's side rear window is the only window that opens and closes.driving around town, i see many vehicles with tape or pieces of paper stuck in their windows, so i know mine isn't the onlyvehicle doing this.both of my sons vehicles have power windows that don't open.my neighbors have power windows that don't open.i drive a police vehicle with automatic windows.when our vehicles' window regulators break, (which is often), the city shop repairs them right away.i firmly believe there is a major problem with the power window regulators.i firmly believe this needs to be investigated and should be recalled.
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly.right front window is blurry.dealer replaced deformed front door glass.rear defroster inoperative.dealer found rear defrost grid broken.left side mirror vibrates.side mirror assembly replaced.
Consumer complained that rear seat belts were not functioning properly, and another set was installed in the back. Currently, they seem to be too small for an average adult. When puttng them on they automatically lock into the seat. Dealer replaced rear seat belt assembly.right front window is blurry.dealer replaced deformed front door glass.rear defroster inoperative.dealer found rear defrost grid broken.left side mirror vibrates.side mirror assembly replaced.
Before 40,000 miles, had fuel pump changed 2 times, starter changed 2 times, new transmission, ignition control module once, doors replaced due to defect, new paint job due to trash under original paint job, all hub caps and trim were replaced due to fading at 10,000 miles (which faded again a few thousand miles later), ac blower resistor motor replaced, all mirrors were replaced, electrical short in dome light, & ignition switch replaced. I bought my car in oct 2001, and was put in shop for the first time in jan. 2002 and has been there 55 days since. I have kept up with all required maintenance. Sorry, but this car is junk. And i hate to have had a bad experience buying my first new vehicle.
While drivingat 20 mph driver felt a shaking in the front left tire. Consumer pulled off the road, anddiscovered that a tire wasmissing two lugs: nuts.
Over the past two weeks, three (3) lug nuts have mysteriously broken on the vehicle, two (2) on the left front wheel and one (1) on the right rear wheel.i took the vehicle to wilson powell darcar dealer in marlow heights, maryland, where new lugs were installed. Two days later, the new lug that was installed broke.
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