2004 Kia Sedona brakes problems

Filed Jul 24, 2013 · Brakes · 63,000 miles · MA

Abs module is dead.

Filed Dec 1, 2012 · Acceleration, Brakes · 100,000 miles · KY

This has happened 3 times, the latest in november while on the interstate, during rush hour, going 60 miles per hour. My van keeps dying while I'm driving whether it was a sensor or out of gas, whatever the reason, when power goes out, the brake locks up and I have no control to slow down or stop the van. It has to coast until it stops on its own. The last time took me a mile and half to finally stop. This is very dangerous and could cause injury/and or death if there are other vehicles in front of me.

Filed Sep 29, 2008 · Brakes · 100 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sedona. Ever since purchasing the vehicle, the contact has heard a humming noise coming from the rear brakes while driving 10 MPH. She has taken the vehicle to the dealer numerous times, but they could not find any failures. The contact stated that it sounds as if something is wrong with the rear braking system and is concerned of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 100 and current mileage was 45,000.

Filed Jun 10, 2008 · Brakes · 62,508 miles · NY

In march of this year we had the sixth visit to the kia dealer in reference to brakes pulsating while comming to a stop at about40 MPH in the past the resurface the rotors and adjust he breakes at one time they replace the rotors still have the same problem if feels like the caliper are stuck and make a rubbing sound and the calipers start to worp and to vibrate more and more , the dealer accuse my wife of heavy foot she travels 15 miles to work every day with not much stopping , we are just about to go back to the dealer to have them look at the problem the last time we went they replace the brake shoes . We dont know what to do.

Filed May 14, 2008 · Brakes · 15,000 miles · KY

We purchased a 2004 kia sedona in july of that year, and when we had 33,000 miles on it , it was on its third set of front brake pads and second set of rotors, the dealer never once told us there was a problem with the kia brake system, and I called kia and they told me they were not aware of any big problem with them, at that point I told the kia representative that I will never purchase another kia, and I went and traded my 2004 sedona for a chevrolet,and never will own a kia again.

Filed Apr 28, 2008 · Brakes · 320 miles · NC

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sedona. While driving 40 MPH, the contact had to slam on the brakes and the ABS failed. The ABS engaged for 1 1/2 seconds, disengaged for 5-6 seconds, and then re-engaged, causing the vehicle to slide 12 feet. The contact almost drove off the road before the brakes finally stopped the vehicle. The ABS failure occurred nine times from the date the vehicle was purchased. The harder she depresses the brake pedal, the longer it takes to stop the vehicle. After avoiding a crash, the contact drove straight to the dealer. Due to the rain, the dealer would not allow the technician to test drive the vehicle because a crash could result due to the brake failure. The failure mileage was 320.

Filed Dec 4, 2007 · Brakes, Fuel system · 30,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sedona. When the brakes are applied, the contact hears a grinding, squealing, and squeaking sound. The failure is heard when two or more people are in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer a dozen times concerning this and, on six of those occasions, the sounds could not be duplicated. The braking system has been replaced twice; once at the contact's expense and once at the dealer's expense. The sounds ceased for approximately one week and then resumed. The current mileage was 53,891 and failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 12/31/07 *bf the fuel tank pressure sensor was replaced due to the check engine light illuminating. Different parts within the brake system was replaced; such as the drums and rear brake shoes updated

Filed Apr 26, 2007 · Brakes, Suspension · 13,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia sedona. The vehicle was involved in recall # 05v232000 regarding the wheel bearings. The contact' s vehicle developed brake failure shortly after the recall repair was performed. The contact heard a loud grinding noise when stopping the vehicle, and the stopping distance was reduced. The failure occurred intermittently. The dealer replaced and repaired the brake pads, drums, and rotors, but the noise continued. The current mileage is 61,000, and failure mileage was 13,000.

Filed Apr 23, 2007 · Brakes, Engine · 48,000 miles · GA

This van has brake problems squeaking and wearing out pads way too fast. I was told nothing is wrong with the brake system but when taking it to a brake shop I was told the calipers are bad, kia has not fixed them and denies that they're bad. The check engine light came on and I was told that a spark plug had misfired, that was fixed under warranty and then another spark plug misfired and was fixed under warranty. The oil level was getting low but I had no leak and I was told that the oil filter was simply loose so they said they fixed it. I asked if I should bring the van back in a week to have the oil level checked and we were assured there was no leak. Check engine light came on again and the oil light flickered, did not stay illuminated, so we took it to the dealership immediately, as the owners manual and the mechanic had stated. Then we're told that there's sludge in the engine and that it will be 2,000 dollars to take it apart and check the damage that we caused from continuing to drive it. They never told us there was any reason to not drive it nor did they mention sludge previously. The van will be towed back to kia tomorrow.

Filed Mar 19, 2007 · Brakes · 2,600 miles · PR

The vehicle was bought in july of 2004 since then I been having several problems with the brakes. Nov 26, 2006 brake pads were worn out, there was no specific reason fron the mechanic since the vehicle was less than 3000 miles. April 2, 2006 the vehicle went back to warranty for the same reason noisy brakes and vibration. July 23, 2005 back to repairs for same reason. September 9, 2005 the vehicle went back to repairs for same reason, brakes, vibration and noise. Nov 10, 2005 the whole car went black no lights, vibration and noise. Dec 9, 2005 the vehicle was down due to brake problems. Dic 21, 2005 the car dos not want to start. May 31, 2006 problem with front and rear brakes. August 2, 2006 vibration when brake, noise in front suspension and noisy engine. Dic, 15, 2006 vehicle went down due to brake problem. As you can read there have been a pattern problem with the brakes in this vehicle there have been a lot of services for the same reason and warranty does not want to cover it because have been worn out pads. The vehicle have less than 28,000 miles and I had prior vehicles of same weight, size (mazda mpv) and same use. Never had problems with prior vehicles. Actually I am filling a complain for lemon law and the vehicle has been park in my house since december.