This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
No warning lights came on when car started to hesitate. Car stalled out on the freeway, and a 18 wheeler was right behind it. Consumer feels they could have been killed.
Sitting at corner, waiting for light to turn green, pulled out into the intersectionwhile making a left, and vehicle stalled. It had no power, going uphill or in second gear. Driver could put foot on pedal which went straight to the floor. But had not enough power, some hesitation. Contacted dealer.
Vehicle has a problem accelerating, when exiting on to a highway ramp, the only way the vehicle will pick up speed is on a decline. Vehicle has no power at all. The dealer has been contacted.
Fuel gauge was not working properly (reporting empty when ther was still about 5 gallons in tank) - dealer supposedly replaced gauge, but it is still not accurate - also, engine makes awful "squealing" sound when first started in the morning - dealer cannot identify problem "?"
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
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While driving, another driver indicated a problem with vehicle. Pulled to side noticed engine oil was leaking underneath. Lifted hood & smoke billowed out. Took vehicle back to dealer & had mechanic correct leakage of oil. Mjs
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- Gonzales, TX, USA