10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
6 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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1999 Kia Sephia brakes problems

brakes problem

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1999 Kia Sephia Owner Comments (Page 2 of 2)

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problem #17

Jul 292000

Sephia

  • miles

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

Brakes went out after being applied. Was traveling 30mph & was trying to stop. Brake pedal went to the floor. Rearended another vehicle in front. Upon umpact, air bags failed to deploy. Vehicle was towed home.

- Bellaire, OH, USA

problem #16

Nov 291999

Sephia 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle is having constant brake problems. It has been taken to dealer on 7 different occasions for brake problems. Dealer only provided one remedy by changing brake pads. This defect has resulted in an automobile accident. Also been taken to dealer on 10 more occasions for various of problems. The dealer can not find the cause of the problem.

- Bellaire, OH, USA

problem #15

Jul 052000

Sephia

  • miles
While driving on the beltway consumer attempted to stop vehicle on heavy traffic but the brakes failed to stop. The consumer pressed on the pedal and the pedal hit the floor without stopping. The consumer served to the side to slow the vehicle down and coast. The consumer had the brakes already replaced at 9,000. Also, brake failure caused consumer into an automobile accident. Airbags did not deploy at the time of the accident. Per dealer, manufacturer is aware of brake problem.

- Silver Spring, MD, USA

problem #14

Mar 091999

Sephia

  • miles

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

Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Also, brake pads have been replaced 3 times, and brake rotors once.

- Nashville, TN, USA

problem #13

Mar 122000

Sephia

  • miles
Upon coming to a stop light, tried brakes 3 times and they would not stop the car. I ended up driving right into the rear of the car at the light. Mananufacturer was notified and claims nothing is wrong with the braking system.

- Worcester, MA, USA

problem #12

May 261999

Sephia

  • miles
Possible defect in brake system causing continued vibration, pads and rotors replaced due to vibration. Yh (attorney for consumer)

- Havertown, PA, USA

problem #11

Feb 112000

Sephia

  • miles

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

When the brakes were applied pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance and loss of control vehicle is at dealership.

- Gaithersburg, MD, USA

problem #10

Feb 072000

(reported on)

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes failed to stop vehicle at 55mph.

- El Reno, OK, USA

problem #9

Jan 052000

Sephia

  • miles
Here's a really bad rubbing sound. Consumer feels as though brakes may lock up. Took to dealer, and dealer said consumer would have to get more mileage before they could change the brakes.

- Cleveland Hieghts, OH, USA

problem #8

Jan 042000

Sephia

  • miles
While driving down a highway consumer tried to slowdown and brakes did not work, and steering wheel locked up. Had to hit a guardrail to stop, airbags didnt deploy.

- Bronx, NY, USA

problem #7

Sep 151999

Sephia

  • miles

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

Ongoing problem with squeaking brakes whenever brakes are applied. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on three occasions, and problem cannot be resolved.

- Belfaire, OH, USA

problem #6

Aug 211999

Sephia

  • miles
Brakes are making a squeaking noise. Took to dealer and they fixed the problem.

- Rehoboth, MS, USA

problem #5

Jun 151999

Sephia

  • miles
Front brake rotors warped twice - once at 3000 miles, once again at 6000 miles - dealer states that the new pads are "re-designes" and should correct the problem - I have yet to see an improvement

- Hackensack, NJ, USA

problem #4

Sep 251999

Sephia

  • miles
The brakes squeak and the pads were replaced at 1200 miles, the brakes failed again at 6600 miles the rotors were warped and the pads were worn and I returned the car to northwestern Dodge and Kia and they replaced the pads and machined the rotors, however the stering wheel shakes and vibrates when I drive on the expressway and the brakes are still grinding. The stering wheel and column vibrates and shakes when I drive at 50+ mph. At 6600 miles the check engine light illuminated and there is a burning smell. The car dies out when I am at a stand still for no reason and without any warning. I have to start the car at least 3 times before it turns over. Overall I would say that I am disappointed with the car and the moment that I can trade it in I plan to do so and I will advise anyone who is thinking about purchasing this car to not even consider a Kia (any model) because they are not well made cars.

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #3

Sep 191999

Sephia

  • miles
Vehicle wouldn't start, and the battery died out. Also, when driving at any speed and applying the brakes, the brakes went straight to the floorboard.

- Stone Mountain, GA, USA

problem #2

Aug 181999

(reported on)

Sephia

  • miles
Brake malfunction causing vehicle to pull and vibrate.

- Lauderhill, FL, USA

problem #1

Dec 121998

Sephia

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When driving at any speed the front end is pulling to the left and the tires are bald. Also, when applying the brakes, there is a squeaking noise.

- Georgetown, SC, USA

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