Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/17/2004 | 109000 | ||
| Vehicle stalled. it died in traffic everyday. consumer stated he was afraid of being involved in a collision.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 11/11/2000 | 3 | ||
| After starting vehicle could hear a lot of ticking inside of engine. had taken vehicle to a technician, and the hydraulic lifters had been replaced three times*ak | |||
| Cracks have developed in the engine block, cause unknown. please give any further details.*ak | |||
| 05/30/1998 | |||
| While driving on a residential street at 20-25 mph, the vehicle started smoking and stopped. vehicle had to be towed to dealer. dealer stated that the vehicle overheated because of a blown freeze plug. the vehicle is at the dealership for repairs. *ak | |||
| Vehicle stalls out while driving.owner notes of possible engine mount failure. also oil light comes on. dealer cannot find a problem. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 05/25/2000 | 05/01/2000 | ||
| The engine will start up and stay at aprox 3000 rpm for at least 30 seconds. a few times it would not start at all. twice the rpms jumped while each my wife and i were driving it and almost caused accidents. the locking hubs on the four wheel drive are not unlocking. it caused some sliding in the rain going around a corner. the wheels always turn at the same rate around corners. the trim is coming loose around the windshield. the transmission is rough when i shift, and during driving it will some times surge forward and back. too much play in the steering wheel. | |||
| 06/15/1997 | |||
| The owner put a quart of oil every week because the oil disappears and can cause the engine to burn out or overheat. *ak | |||
| When driving the vehicle engine stalls and cuts off. dealer can't find what the problem is. *ak | |||
| 02/25/1996 | 1 | 02/24/1996 | |
| Intermittent stalling. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 02/25/1996 | 1 | 02/24/1996 | |
| Oxygen sensor replaced. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - CATALYTIC CONVERTOR | |||
| 03/16/2006 | 114000 | 1 | 07/01/1995 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 mph the engine locked causing lose of power. there is a special campaign #011, regarding the catalytic converter. the vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the campaign; however it is not included in the campaign due to the vin. | |||
| 08/01/2001 | 5 | 01/01/2097 | |
| I purchased this vehicle in 1997 and have replaced 4 catalytic converters in 5 years. there was a recall in 2000, and we replaced it the 4th time during my ownership. it is out again and i am getting from kia customer service that i must pay for it. i think this part is seriously faulty for it to changed out so many times. why do i have to pay for it and then have to go through this every year or so as long as i own the vehicle. i really would appreciate any help from you. thank you, renne jo hill. *ak | |||
| 11/09/1999 | |||
| Contacted dealership about the exhaust system/catalytic converter. took vehicle to dealership. after arriving, was informed that no parts were available. would order parts & contact owner. so far no contact with dealership on catalytic converter. *ak | |||
| 04/04/1999 | |||
| Consumer purchased vehicle in december 9., since then there has been raw odors and odors of fumes. she was told by mechanics that the catylac converter was gone. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 12 | 12/01/1995 | ||
| Horn malfunctioned twice. in addition, replaced electric windows and door locks and gas gauge. in addition, transmission will not shift out of park and brakes failed. also, replaced muffler. *ak | |||