Braking without touching pedal message: mon 6/5/17 as we were driving it felt like the rondo applied the brakes without us touching the pedal and the engine lost power like it was going to stall.after a few hours it stopped.today fri 06/09 it happened again after turning the car off for 15 mins it was normal
The worst 2011 Kia Rondo problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Steering1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Steering1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Risk
- An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
Recall number 23V652000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Hyundai and Kia ABS Module Fires
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V‑520, 20V‑543, 21V‑161, 21V‑160, 21V‑303, 22V‑056, 22V‑810, and 23V‑651. Kia recalls 16V‑815, 20V‑518, 20V‑519, 21V‑137, 21V‑331, 22V‑051, 22V‑800, and 23V‑652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.
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Technical service bulletins for the 2011 Kia Rondo 3
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
2011 Kia Rondo fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 20 | 26 | 22 |
| 2.7L 6‑cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 |
What 2011 Kia Rondo owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I have a 2011 kia rondo (148,000 kms). For the past few months, when driving on wet roads, I lose control of the power steering - it just stopped working. The battery light comes on during this period for between 5-30 seconds as you loose almost all control of your vehicle's steering. Just as your vehicle gains power steering again, a screeching sounds comes from the engine compartment (maybe belts re-engaging). It has been raining here the past week and the issue has happened about 6 times. Sometimes directly after driving through puddles, and sometimes just while driving. The issue only occurs though when the roads are wet. This is a major safety issue!!!
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Questions about the 2011 Kia Rondo
Is the 2011 Kia Rondo reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2011 Kia Rondo, fewer than a typical Rondo model year.
What is the 2011 Kia Rondo year score?
The 2011 Kia Rondo scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Kia Rondo: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2011 Kia Rondo?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2011 Kia Rondo have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Kia Rondo brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 23V652000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Kia Rondo have bad brakes?
The Kia Rondo model years with the most brakes complaints are 2007 (21 complaints) and 2009 (10 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Kia Rondo get?
Official estimates for the 2011 Kia Rondo range from 21 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 20 city and 26 highway.
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