Prior to recall #00v175, consumer was experiencing problems with fuel coming back out of tank after fueling, the valve was replaced once, consumer then made an appointment and when she arrived she was informed that the service could not be completed because there was one-eighth of a tank too much gas in her tank, another appointment was then made to have the orvr valve replaced, later on that day consumer was informed after having been told that vehicle would be ready that the part was not in stock and it had to be ordered.
1999 Kia Sephia engine complaints
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Vehicle experienced fire in the engine compartment, claim 20-5359-685.
While driving about any MPH when engine check light and overdrive light will come on. This situation had been a problem for consumer sixth times. When lights come on engine will stall. Dealer could not find out what is causing it.
We have had many prblems with this car. First the orvr valve for the gas tank wead, then we have had prblems with the automatic door locks not opening or closing the other doors from the drivers side door, then the automatic windows on the passanger side both the front and back doors have gone up very slowly almost to the point of having to push them up by hand. Then a dash was replaced, do to it bubling up. We have a battery replaced once because the vehicle would not turn over at all. Also just recently we have the same problem, after only two weeks of the dealership that we took the vehicle to did a electrical check on the car and said that it was ok (tempe dodge kia) located in temmpe, az. The reason we had them check the electrical system out was because after the replaced the dash we noticed that the indicator lights for the fan and the air flow selactor were dimming out and the A/C was running really slow at idle speed. All in all this car has been a nightmare and we haved cotacted kia mottors corp. Several times with no real answers to are problems and no compensation or upgrade of a warranty on the existing warranty. If you could please help us out in any way at all or not please e-mail us at [email protected] or contact us at 480‑481‑0351 or 602‑625‑8079. We thank you for your time and consideration in these matters. Jessica june brady & keil william conley.
While driving at any speed vehicle completely shuts down without warning. Also, engine check light illuminates, indicating a malfunction. Cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Engine has locked up on two occasions. Please provide further information.
Consumer never had a problem with engine until recall 99v318000. Since then vehicle will stall, then regain power. Dealer cannot remedy situation.
This 3rd time engine lights, I went to kia dealer, got it fix and got proof if you help solve this problem. If you look at my receipts you believe how many times I went back for this car. The car has been stalling and starting funny. This car is not running properly. The first time with car would stalling wouldn't go up hill and the engine light come on. The second time car stalled again and caught on fire and went up in smoke. The mechanic said it was the wiring need to be replaced and that the car was running on one vaul. That everything in that section has been burn. And after that the car wouldn't start or say a word. And I was in the middle of the street when it happen. How can 1999 be so much trouble. The third time engine light comes on again. What is it this time. Please this car is harzard it been trouble that day I brought it. Please contact me or fax or email. Anything for advice.
While driving engine compartment caught on fire . Dealer will replace fuel injection harness/ cooling system, and various other parts.
Complete lemon. Nothing but problems. Replaced brakes, transmission, 2 axles, windshield wiper motor, flywheel, faulty wiring in door, battery, starting problems, blinker switch replaced, seat tore upon car pick-up, too many things gone wrong to list
Recall 00v175000/pcv valve; took to dealer san louis bay motors, 2700 theatre drive, paso robels, ca 805‑239‑8700, they wont repair vehicle because of consumer's attitude. Please provide further information.
Would be driving and vehicle stalled out. Then, would restart on its own. Cruise control remained unreliable. Brakes would not release cruise control when it was on. Took to dealership & mechanic replaced electrical wires. Also, exhaust system had holes in it & was leaking, and air conditioner was replaced due to compressor seizing up.
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.
Engine check light would stay on, vehicle overheated & overdrive would blink on/off. Ground wire was suppose to be fixed,but vehicle caught on fire. Vehicle was totalled. Manufacturer said they couldn't do anything, filed a lawsuit. Warranty was not up on vehicle.
The car gave me trouble they day I brought it!!!!! Every month or every two months something goes wrong in it. No safety defect listed in summary.
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.
Radiator fan failed causing the vehicle to overheat.
This car is clearly a lemon. No safety defect listed.
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)
Engine was replaced at 3062 brakes have been checked by a kia rep and I was told "breaks are not ment to stop the car only slow it down "
Tires was replaced feb.29th 2000 plus alignment and flywheel replaced in transmission . After that heard rubbing nioses when I turned wheel lt. To rt. Asked mechanic about niose he stated I know what it is , when he came back to return my car (he stated) it was your mounts to the transmission was not aligned, bolts . Plus this is my second kia sephia and I not getting any help with the problems and I could go on and on , but I would write a best seller. Thanks for listening
Vehicle experiencing ongoing / intermittent problem with hesitation / lack of acceleration/ stalling.vehicle had been to two different dealer shops on several occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Feel free to provide further details.
I thought the brakes were going bad in december, they shafed the rotors. In less than three moths they replaced them on march 2, 2000. They have replaced the brake pads three times. They have replaced the exhaust. They have two recalls. They have had to fix my transmission. The pin stripes are now starting to come off. The rubber peice around the back passenger doors are also comming off. *ak( dot number: 0 tire size: 14 )
Recall 99v318 000/engine stalling: recall notice received and taken to dealer for repairs. Repairs were done. Vehicle was taken back on several occasions, and problem still occurring. Also vehicle was involved in an accident because of this defect. Asking the federal safety agency help in this matter. *ak
Recalls 99v271 000/windshield wiper linkage and 99v318 000/engine stalling. Both recall notices were received by consumer, and was unable to get dealer to honor recalls. Was informed by dealer that they were placed on a waiting list, and will be contacted when their names come up. Contacted dealer on several other occasions, and now they misplaced the list. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.
Oil pump failed. (attorney for client). Yh
Consumer was traveling 55mph, and upon approaching the toll booth, vehicle just cut off. Vehicle had to be towed. Dealership stated that the engine parts were no good, and the engine caught on fire.
While driving on a busy highway car suddenly shut off. Consumer had to pull over to avoid being hit. Also, gas was leaking everywhere.
The federal safety agency recall 99v318000 and manufacturer's recall 99v318000/ engine stalling. Not able to do the recall repairs because they are waiting on carpet to come in. On entire inside of vehicle the carpet is coming undone.
Recall 99v318/ engine stalling. Dealer's next available appointment is on 3/21/2000.
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