1995 KIA SEPHIA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

104

Owner Complaints

18 Crashes 1 Fire

1

Recall

ACTIVE RECALL

1

Service Bulletin

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1995 KIA SEPHIA

The 1995 KIA SEPHIA has received a total of 104 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. 1 technical service bulletin have been issued by Kia America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Unknown Or Other (9 complaints), Power Trainautomatic Transmission (7 complaints), and Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (6 complaints).

Recalls for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA

NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA, potentially affecting up to 189,706 vehicles.

Recall 02V216000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

| 189,706 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

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Owner Complaints for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA

104 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 9
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Structure
Complaints: 5
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 4 4 Crashes 6 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 4 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 4 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 4 2 Crashes
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 3
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 3
Child Seat
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 2
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 2
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Steering
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 2
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 2
Air Bags
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 4 Injuries
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 1
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanical
Complaints: 1
Power Train
Complaints: 1
Power Trainclutch Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmissionfloor Shift Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmissionshift Pattern Indicator
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 3 Injuries
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherswitchwiring
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10225635 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | | 125,479 miles Fire
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1995 KIA SEPHIA. AFTER RECEIVING AN OIL AND FILTER CHANGE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND CALLED 911. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A REPORT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT STATED THAT THE FIRE ORIGINATED IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, BUT THE HEAT SOURCE WAS NOT DETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD BEEN NOTIFIED. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 125,479. UPDATED 05/19/08 *BF UPDATED 05/19/08
#10015190 | STRUCTURE | | N/A miles
TECHNICAL DEFECT IN MANUFACTURING. MR THE CONSUMER STATED EVER SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED THE VEHICLE MADE ALL KINDS OF NOISES. *JB
#10062505 | STRUCTURE | | N/A miles
DASHBOARD IS ROLLING BACK FROM THE WINDSHIELD ON BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SID EOF THE CAR. UNABLE TO SECURE THE DASHBOARD.*AK
#10048799 | STRUCTURE | | 48,000 miles
THE DASH HAS SEVERAL DISCOLORED BROWN.. LOOKING LIKE BURNT SPOTS ON IT AND HAS COMPLETELEY COME UNGLUED NEAREAST THE WINDSHIELD. THE DEFROSTERS ARE RENDERED USELESS BY THIS. I COMPLAINED TO A KIA DEALER AND HE SAID I COULD HAVE A NEW ONE PUT ON. BUT ONLY COMPLETELY AT MY EXPENSE.*AK
#10040057 | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY | | N/A miles
RECALL CAMPAIGN ON SEAT BELT BUCKLE. *TS REQUESTING INFORMATION ASSOCIATED WITH THE RECALL CAMPAIGN #(02V-216) OF SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLIES 1995-98 KIA SEPHIS AND SPORTAGE VEHICLES.

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Safety Rating for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1995 KIA SEPHIA in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA

Kia America, Inc. has issued 1 technical service bulletin (TSBs) for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

002 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

A/C SUCTION HOSE. *JD

NHTSA Investigations for the 1995 KIA SEPHIA

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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