1999 Kia Sephia Other or unknown Problems

“The horn stopped working on my 1999 Kia Sephia with 61,000 miles. The dealership (which also sells and services fords) estimated the repair at $50 to $100, which I authorized. A few hours later the service manager called and told me to forget it. Due to a totally bizarre design, the horn is integrated into the airbag unit and fixing the horn requires replacing the entire airbag assembly. The cost: $650 for the part and $150 labor, total $800. If the horn design were normal, he said it would have cost less than $100. …”

“I've had this problems 4 other times and the dealership will not respond to my request of a refund or to give me another vehicle which I've only had the car a year and my problem started occurring before that .I want to resolve this problem but need your help. *no safety defec tmentioned.”

“The contact owns a 1999 Kia Sephia. The contact examined the vehicle and noticed that the dashboard was coming apart from the inside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the entire dashboard needed to be replaced. Prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the air guards were beginning to crack. The current mileage was 63,030 and failure mileage was 59,000.”

“1999 Kia Sephia dashboard has become detached from where the windshield meets. This problem had continued to get worst. While the vehicle was in motion, a motorized noise was heard coming from the passenger side airbag. The consumer was aware of other Kia vehicles experiencing this same problem. The consumer was informed that her vehicle would not be repaired because the warranty had expired.”

“While at a stop sign and attempting to make a turn vehicle died. Took vehicle to dealer, and they could not duplicate. Problem still was occurring. Recall 99 v 318 000 concerning engine stalling, but this vehicle was not included due to VIN. Engine check light stayed on, and after refueling it will not start. Please provide any further information.”