1999 Kia Sephia: rotors or pads wearing out early

Filed Jul 18, 2003 · Brakes, Electrical · IA

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. *ak 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. *scc *jb referenced in rq03-006

Filed Feb 27, 2002 · Brakes · MA

Brakes pads/ rotors and drums ar eprematurely wearing within 15,000 miles. Entire brake system has to be replaced.

Filed Oct 30, 2001 · Brakes · CA

Brake pads and rotors wear out within 14000 miles. Vehicle rattles and squeeks. Hard to keep car straight when braking in higher speeds. Yd

Filed Jun 15, 2001 · Brakes · FL

Brake system has been serviced by dealership five times within the last 2 years for excessive wear of brake pads and warped rotors. Dealership continued to perform service on vehicle. However, has not been able to effectively remedy problem. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

Filed Jan 30, 2001 · Brakes · NY

Every 8,000 miles front brake rotors have to be replaced due to premature wearing , cause unknown. Dealer cannot identify cause. Please give any further details.

Filed Dec 1, 2000 · Body, Brakes · MA

The problems I am having or have had with this car are as follows, cooling system has completly froze up, water leak into the front passenger side under dash, molding around the doors replaced, 4 transmissions replaced, warped rotors which have also worn the brake pads. And I just recieved a recall notice for the on board refueling vapor recovery valves, which I am hoping will stop the gas from pouring out of the car onto me when I am refueling. This car is not road worthy. I have been in contact with the manufacturer and dealer they both just point the finger at one another, when I purchased this vehicle I expected it to run.

Filed Nov 27, 2000 · Brakes · MO

Premature wear of the rotors and pads. Dealer has replaced the pads and rotors three times, and they need to be replaced again.

Filed Nov 13, 2000 · Brakes, Engine · IL

Brakes are wearing out excessively & deteriorating. Whenever brakes are applied, they cause vehicle to shake. Took vehicle to dealer & mechanic changed pads & warped rotors. Also rotated & cleaned the brakes.*ak rear seat belt lock is too high. Air conditioner draining on floor, dealer cleaned A/C drain. Consumer feels a hard shock when shifting into gear. Engine hard to start, dealer replaced the flywheel. Binding lever failed on the parking brake.

Filed Oct 31, 2000 · Brakes · NY

Brake rotors warped after approximately 15000 miles - dealer won't cover under warranty.

Filed Sep 21, 2000 · Brakes · KY

While driving at highway speeds front end and the steering wheel shake out of control, also brake pads and rotors are prematurely wearing. *ak brakes are soft and at times the vehicle won't stop unless brakes are pushed all the way to the floor.

Filed Aug 9, 2000 · Brakes · NJ

Premature wear of brake pads and rotors. Dealer has replaced pads and rotors every two months. Manufacturer has been notified.

Filed May 29, 2000 · Brakes · FL

Rotors warped, had to be replaced at 6132 miles, 11944 miles, 23040 miles, and taking it back tomorrow for the same problem.