1997 Kia Sephia engine problems
Owners reported engine problems in 46 complaints for the 1997 Kia Sephia, 12% of the complaints on file. It is the 2nd most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 46 12% of this year's complaints
- Crashes and fires
- 7 and 1
- Injuries and deaths
- 2 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
What the data shows
These complaints mention 7 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
What owners wrote
While driving vehicle stalled and died, causing a collision which resulted in minor injuries. Manufacturer has been notified. Stalling has been a reoccurring problem, despite many repairs done by dealer.
When the consumer pulled off from a stop, the vehicle stalled. This incident occurred in traffic which made it a dangerous situation. *nlm ph
Other problems reported for the 1997 Kia Sephia
- Brakes 91 complaints
- Electrical system 34 complaints
- Air bags 32 complaints
- Body & structure 23 complaints
- Transmission 22 complaints
- Seat belts 21 complaints
- Wipers, windshield & visibility 16 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 15 complaints