Kia Sephia recalls and problems
1 recall and 381 owner complaints for 3 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
1
Complaints
381
Crashes reported
65
Fires reported
5
Choose a model year
Kia Sephia by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Sephia | 0 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 Sephia | 0 | 107 | 21 | 2 | 21 | 1 |
| 2000 Sephia | 1 | 266 | 42 | 3 | 39 | 0 |
Most reported Kia Sephia problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 104 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 78 | |
| Power Train | 72 | |
| Electrical System | 70 | |
| Air Bags | 55 | |
| Structure | 31 | |
| Visibility | 30 | |
| Seat Belts | 28 | |
| Equipment | 20 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 19 |
All Kia Sephia recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04V-305 | Jun 24, 2004 | 2000 | Seat Belts | On certain passenger and sport utility vehicles, the front safety belt buckles may emit a "click" sound during the buckling process that is similar to the sound emitted when a buckle is being latched, when it is not. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Kia Sephia?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2000 Kia Sephia has the most reports (266). Check the 2000 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Kia Sephia have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering Kia Sephia model years 2000.
What are the most common Kia Sephia problems?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic, engine and engine cooling, power train problems most often.