2.3

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
67,381 miles

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2005 Kia Amanti Owner Comments

problem #10

Jan 112021

Amanti

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

My battery keeps draining. Im having an issue keeping it running or even starting it up. May be having starter issues. Also my air conditioner and heater are not coming on. Radiator problems.

- Euless, TX, USA

problem #9

Jun 262020

Amanti 6-cyl

  • miles
Administration on 6/26/20 a dealership made a tenative sale on a usec 2005 vehicle intentionally decieving potential buyer. Vehicle was unsafe to drive as it made misfire and the fluids in vehicle were all missing from each tank. The salesman denied me the right to test drive or opportunity to replenish missing fluids, advising vehicle is as-is. I explained I drove 60 miles one way and was not told the vehicle was as -is or in such terrible condition. Manager refused to assist me or speak with me as I would complain. The salesman said, "take it or leave it"!!! I did not purchase the vehicle but it must be listed as unsafe in a nationwide alert as left driver side impact on doors from bumper to front passenger door, left side fender hanging off, vehicle shaking bad, computer hardware and caps missing on engine. Please have dmv in Delaware red flag this dealership and recall this vehicle as I was almost a victim under lemon law hertrich Buick GMC of seaford 26953 sussex highway seaford, de 19973 www.hertrichgmcbuick.com (888) 313-4253 dear [xxx], we have received your price quote request and thank you for your interest. To help us make the right deal for you on the 2005 Kia Amanti, please contact us at your nearest hertrich location.. thank you, hertrich Buick GMC of seaford www.hertrichgmcbuick.com 2005 Kia Amanti base price: $1,897 bodystyle: Sedanint. Color: Gray engine: V-6 cylodometer: 131200 transmission: Automaticstock #: 40510B ext. Color: Blackvin: [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Wilmington, DE, USA

problem #8

Jun 062020

Amanti

  • 125,000 miles
I purchased my Kia from jd byrider in 2016 of July and I have had a real deal with this car. In the pass 4 years with this car I have poured more than $5,000 into this car into it. Every time you get this car fixed it has a new problem about 1 month later or the check engine light comes on. But recently my wife was driving her mother and my daughter around shopping about 10 miles in distance from the house the mall and driving store to store. It was 93 degrees outside and she had the A/C running and suddenly the car started to have sudden acceleration she tried to stop the car and it did not stop the engine keep revving up harder harder and harder. At this point she was able to turn back into the parking lot after getting off the main rode. This car is a danger to people driving it and others near this car should not be on the street I repeat this car should not be on the street. I am glad my family is safe but I will trading this car in soon and I hope the rip it up and tear it to pieces for parts because it could have ended my families life. For me and my other love ones to very see them again. Get this car off the rode please. This is the third time this has occurred I could't do anything because jd byrider sold me overpriced junk $12,000 worth of it and add the repairs on top. I refuse to keep driving this car or have my love ones drive that car.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA

problem #7

Dec 302015

Amanti

  • 49,814 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2005 Kia Amanti. While driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it remained for thirty days for investigation. The ECM was replaced. A few weeks after the repair, the failure recurred. The mechanic stated that the replacement part was faulty. The vehicle was in the process of being repaired for the second time. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 49,814.

- Carson, CA, USA

problem #6

Mar 192014

Amanti

  • 126,000 miles
Since purchasing my 2005 Kia Amanti air bag light has been on; the vehicle has never experienced an impact which would cause the airbags to deploy neither have any of the airbag components ever been tampered with. The throttle control of the vehicle is extremely sporadic and often causes hesitation, lurching, no acceleration, and even loss of all power. I have had the dealership update the ECM and the tps replace but the problem still persisted. I noticed the throttle body plate was extremely difficult to actuate so I then purchased another throttle body and replaced my older one. Everything functioned as should be expected up until approx. 3 months ago the issues started back up again. I noticed the throttle body motor had started to become increasingly hot to the touch indicating an excessive amount of resistance within the motor circuit. Being that the problem is recurring, I feel the issue is located either within the engine wiring harness or the engine control module and it, as well as the ruined throttle body motor, need replaced at the cost of the Kia motor company. The issue can, and has, caused numerous accidents, stalling in heavy traffic as well as lurching and speeding away of vehicles. A major safety issue is present and needs to be addressed.

- Odessa, MO, USA

problem #5

Feb 272015

Amanti

  • 110,000 miles
TL contact owns a 2005 Kia Amanti. The contact stated that while waiting at a traffic light, the vehicle lunged forward without any warning. Also, the contact mentioned that all the warning lights illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 110,000. The VIN was not available.

- Sharidon, OR, USA

problem #4

Jul 172012

Amanti 6-cyl

  • 131,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

When driving the engine suddenly quits, the car jerks, and the accelerator does not work. I have to coast to the side of the road and restart the car. This is a huge safety issue since there is no warning before this happens. Another issue is the engine revving upon starting. I have to hold the brake firmly because the car will intermittently lurch either forward or back without warning. I have also had the car try to lurch forward at a stoplight. I have to keep the brake firmly depressed since it is an intermittent problem. I cannot believe this model has not been recalled. It is a definite danger to driver, passengers, and others. I have read many complaints online with regard to this problem, but still no recall. I would participate in a class action suit. I talked with the dealer and Kia and they are no help.

- Bonner Springs, KS, USA

problem #3

May 172014

Amanti 6-cyl

  • 96,000 miles
Engine loses power as though accelerator cable broke, also on start up car often lurches forward as if in gear. Took car to Kia today and they state it is a known problem with their electronic accelerator hose, the housing that connects it to the engine melts and is no longer clipped to the engine often causing power loss because the connection is tenuous. The only fix they said would be to replace the part, but the cheap plastic they use will still melt and break off, causing another replacement needed in the future.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

problem #2

Dec 052007

Amanti 6-cyl

  • 30,000 miles
On numerous occasions since I bought car in 2006, the car suddenly slows to 10-15 mph, you get no response from the gas pedal, then suddenly lurches forward at full throttle. Every Amanti owner I have spoken with has this issue! a driver could be easily involved in a fatal incident with this issue. This also occurs upon startup when parked. If there is a car in front of you in a parking lot, you would hit it. One owner said he had the control module "flashed" and it solved his problem. Could we please get some action on this? Kia is well aware of the problem. I tell the service advisor about it every time I'm at the dealer. I will file a giant lawsuit if I'm involved in an accident and survive. I'm in on a class action suit if anyone has one going.

- Wauchula , FL, USA

problem #1

Nov 012013

Amanti 6-cyl

  • 6,000 miles
I have had several incidents where my vehicle accelerated almost causing an accident. I have been to the dealer three times and twice they have replaced the speed sensor. The third time they said they could not duplicate the problem.

- Detroit, MI, USA

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