2000 Kia Sephia: brake failure

Filed Sep 7, 2004 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · CA

The consumer stated the brakes failed without warning every four months. Please provide additional information.

Filed Jul 27, 2004 · Brakes · 2,000 miles · CA

I bought my 2000 kia sephia around september of 1999. I had a new set of brakes and rotors at 2000 miles, again at 11000 miles, 20000, needless to say I have had about 6 sets of brakes and four sets of rotors. Not to mention calipers a couple of times. I tried to declare the lemon law on this piece of work but, the dealers would not listen. I did make a formal complaint prior. After all I have been thru I am so sick I have all but, given up... My brakes now, overheat and smell, the pedal goes all the way to the floor, if I had to actually stop without warning I wouldn't be able to . I have resorted to down shifting in sudden instances.the noise is unbearable not to mention embarrassing. I have taken it to several mechanics, and no one can seem to fix it. I don't know what else to do.

Filed Jul 8, 2004 · Brakes · 95,500 miles · TN

While driving at any speed and when braking the brakes felt very mushy. Consumer depressed the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Also, there was extended stopping distance before vehicle stopped. Consumer claimed that new brakes were installed last year.

Filed Nov 19, 2003 · Brakes · WI · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle experienced brake failure while driving in traffic.*mr consumer just shifted into second gear when traffic started to stop. Brakes were applied but to no avail. Consume kept pumping the brakes but nothing. Two repairs shops stated brake failure. Consumer checked the internet and learned of a class action law suit for brake failure on 1998-2000 sephia's/sportage's for brake failure.

Filed Sep 8, 2003 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · WI · crash · 1 injury

I had a car accident where I rear ended another vehicle because I could not stop. After further investigation on my own, I found there is a class action lawsuit against kia sephia & sportages for their 1998-2000 models for brake failure. The brakes either completely fail at once or a person is continually replacing brakes/pads, etc. I encourage anyone to file a complaint if they have any similar problems. *nlm

Filed Sep 3, 2003 · Airbags, Brakes · WI · crash

Air bags did not deploy, brake failure. *mr the consumer was in an accident due to brake failure and the air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was totaled. The A/C had to be replaced after the first use, and the gas light stayed on. (turi miller can be reach as well at: d-715 726 8887 or h-715 833 6309 and via [email protected]) *scc

Filed Feb 14, 2003 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · MA

The brakes failed.

Filed Nov 7, 2001 · Brakes · MO

Vehicle goes through stop signs, pedal goes to the floor ,and vehicle will slow down, but will not stop. Consumer contacted dealer, but problem was not resolved. Vehicle has been to dealer 6 times for brakes. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jan 17, 2001 · Brakes, Transmission · NJ · crash

Brakes squeaking when applied. Dealer notified, and rplaced both front brake rotors. *ak transmission failed twice within two months. The brake failure resulted in accident. Check engine light came on several times but dealer checked and stated okay.

Filed May 2, 2000 · Brakes, Transmission · OH

Brakes overheated badly, and consumer was able to smell them. Also, brake pedal went to the floor. Even when pumping it hard, brake pedal still remained at the floor. In addition, transmission failure. When shifting gears, it caused vehicle to jerk violently. Dealer notified, and was unable to resolve the problems.