kia amanti 2004 Complaints

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while driving at highway speed vehicle's acceleration decreased. the gas indicator went from 18.1 to 14.5 gallons. *ak

Reported in: SAN LORENZO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT

i have taken my car to the dealership five times for the same issue. i'm currently using the lemon law procedure. on top of that, i've had phone calls from kia consumer affairs department stating they know an issue exists. *nm

Reported in: LITTLE ROCK AR || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124X45

SUSPENSION:FRONT

front suspension producesd a loud knocking sound. consumer was concerned that the front wheels will fall off while in motion. *ak

Reported in: STATEN ISLAND NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT

front suspension strut mounts defective. dealers and kia customer service are aware of this problem but nothing is being done to correct this unsafe condition. conversations with kia reps and letters to kia corporate people have had no response. kia rep was aware of problem but said it was normal.*ak

Reported in: LOWELL MA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

TIRES

while driving 70 mph vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and drove it to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that all four tires were defective and needed to be replaced. *ak tires were re-balanced but there was is still vibrations and rolling roarong sounds while driving. on 3-4-05 the vehicle had another flat tire. *bf *nm

Reported in: BOYLE MS || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124345

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

in december of last year i purchased from charlies kia (augusta) a 2004 kia "amanti". it was winter and one doesn't think too much of a car doing odd things in the cold. i did notice as spring came on that the car sometimes accelerated very quickly (abruptly) - especially during the warm-up period. the throttle i'm told is electronically governed. i've attempted to complain to kia and to the service department at charlies. charlies informs me that the car is normal. i make it a point to tell anyone driving my car about this situation (fast acceleration with _extremely _little hrottle pressure). all those that have driven the car do remark (some quite negatively). in short, i believe the throttle drive train to be hazardous on this vehicle and i don't know who or where to turn for assistance in resolving this matter. investigation on the web (www) reveals remarks about this problem, as well. i am prompted to write this to you as i once again bolted into traffic (carrying two passengers). no one was injured! very scary, however.

Reported in: NEWCASTLE ME || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124245

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt: when merging into traffic and pressing the accelerator the vehicle just coasted. this occurred when have to give the car more than normal gas. the vehicle was taken tot he dealer for the fourth time for this problem. since the problem could not be duplicated the dealer was unable to find or repair the problem. this did not happen at any certain speed. while the vehicle was in reverse it felt as if it were trying to accelerate on its own. this happened with the foot on the brake.*ak the vehicle made a loud clunking noise when going over bumps. the dealer replaced the bushings and collars. *nm

Reported in: TACOMA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124745

SUSPENSION

dt: when merging into traffic and pressing the accelerator the vehicle just coasted. this occurred when have to give the car more than normal gas. the vehicle was taken tot he dealer for the fourth time for this problem. since the problem could not be duplicated the dealer was unable to find or repair the problem. this did not happen at any certain speed. while the vehicle was in reverse it felt as if it were trying to accelerate on its own. this happened with the foot on the brake.*ak the vehicle made a loud clunking noise when going over bumps. the dealer replaced the bushings and collars. *nm

Reported in: TACOMA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124745

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission skips going from 2nd to 3rd gear. *jb

Reported in: BELLINGHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

car-kia sorento (no option on vehicle page for sorento) i have taken the kia sorento now 4-5 times for the gas tank problem. the car will not allow me to pump gas freely. it keeps stopping every 30 cents or so. quirk kia has serviced 4 times and each time they have replaced parts from fuel filler neck to pumps to hoses to a pressure sensor, etc. i was told on 7/30/05 that the mechanic (on 3rd visit) that previously tried fixing my car broke a few things in the gas tank and there was a faulty part gasket. they said they replaced the parts. they did not give me a receipt. now the problem continues and i feel unsafe when it has to do with gasoline not properly entering my vehicle. why can't they fix it? my check engine light has been on 2 times because of the problem getting worse! *jb

Reported in: HULL MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

car-kia sorento (no option on vehicle page for sorento) i have taken the kia sorento now 4-5 times for the gas tank problem. the car will not allow me to pump gas freely. it keeps stopping every 30 cents or so. quirk kia has serviced 4 times and each time they have replaced parts from fuel filler neck to pumps to hoses to a pressure sensor, etc. i was told on 7/30/05 that the mechanic (on 3rd visit) that previously tried fixing my car broke a few things in the gas tank and there was a faulty part gasket. they said they replaced the parts. they did not give me a receipt. now the problem continues and i feel unsafe when it has to do with gasoline not properly entering my vehicle. why can't they fix it? my check engine light has been on 2 times because of the problem getting worse! *jb

Reported in: HULL MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

dt: caller took vehicle to dealer s for repair 4 times for same problem. the first time the dealer tightened the nuts that held the front end. the second time the dealer replaced the upper control arm on the front passenger side. they added some foam to the floor board because of the noise the floor was making. the third time they found something wrong with it but they did not have anyone to work on it. caller was back to dealer today and they cant find what was wrong with vehicle. manufacturer has not been contacted yet. vehicle is still not repaired. *ak

Reported in: LANCHESTER CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

STRUCTURE

dt: caller took vehicle to dealer s for repair 4 times for same problem. the first time the dealer tightened the nuts that held the front end. the second time the dealer replaced the upper control arm on the front passenger side. they added some foam to the floor board because of the noise the floor was making. the third time they found something wrong with it but they did not have anyone to work on it. caller was back to dealer today and they cant find what was wrong with vehicle. manufacturer has not been contacted yet. vehicle is still not repaired. *ak

Reported in: LANCHESTER CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dt: the contact stated the vehicle accelerated on its own. there was no warning, and it occurred with or without the cruise control activated. this happened more often when going up a steep hill. the vehicle slowed down when the brakes were applied. the vehicle has been to the dealership multiple times for this, but they were nunable to diagnose the problem. *ak

Reported in: DALLAS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124545

AIR BAGS

i purchased my 2004 kia amanti car from a used car dealer on june 16, 2005. we purchased the extended 100,000 mile warranty as well. approximately eight days after the purchase i began having trouble with the air bag light being illuminated and not going off. i took my car back to the car dealer on june 24, 2005 and june 27, 2005 for diagnostics. the car dealer could not service the car because they were not an authorized dealer. they sent the car to a sister car sales dealer who in turn took the car to an authorized kia dealer. the kia service dealer told me that when the light stayed on the airbag safety feature was disabled. on july 7, 2005, september 8, 2005, october 17, 2005 and november 14, 2005 the car was taken to a kia dealer to fix the problem. each time the dealer has reported the problem as being fixed but the air bag light keeps coming back on and stays on which in turn disables the air bag safety features. in mid- january, 2006, the air bag light has again become illuminated and will not go off. the dealer has asked me to bring the car back in for repair on february 21, 2006 to have this problem corrected. to date, the dealer has been unable to remedy the problem. thus far, the dealership has attempted to repair this problem five times and the car has been in the shop for twenty-seven days. the car is at the kia dealer again being repaired. this problem substantially impairs the safety, the use and the value of my car. *nm

Reported in: REDMOND OR || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124X45

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

upon filling the tank of the kia amanti, shortly thereafter, the engine will begin to surge and react erratically without pressing the accelerator. if the brake is not sufficiently engaged the vehicle will lunge forward or backward and cause an accident. if the vehicle is already in motion the accelerator becomes unresponsive and the engine will surge or shut off causing a precarious situation when in traffic. *nm

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNALD124045

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the transmission on the amanti skips/hesitates going into 2nd gear at about 8 miles per hr. i have returned the vehicle to the dealer twice, each time the dealer telling me there were no problems with the transmission. i am taking it back for the third time today 4-4-06. i am also having a problem with the power steering. it no longer goes from one level of power steering to another. it is always in full power like your parking. the front end is also very loose and banging when i go over the smallest of holes. i have already had my motor mount changed on this vehicle. *nm

Reported in: BELLINGHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEAT BELTS: REAR:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

dt*: the contact stated the left rear seat failed. when the seat is being occupied the seat belt will unlock without warrant. this happens every time the belts is used. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer has been alerted.

Reported in: LINCOLNTON NC || Crash: N || VIN #: KNAGD126945

TIRES

dt*: the contact stated while driving at 60 mph and above a roaring noise was heard coming from the driver's side front wheel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and the wheel barren was replaced. the noise persisted but not as severe. the vehicle was returned to the dealer who determined the tires needed to be replaced.

Reported in: EASLEY SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING

dt*: the contact stated while driving at 60 mph and above a roaring noise was heard coming from the driver's side front wheel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and the wheel barren was replaced. the noise persisted but not as severe. the vehicle was returned to the dealer who determined the tires needed to be replaced.

Reported in: EASLEY SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES:TREAD/BELT

dt*: the contact stated while having a routine inspection, the independent repair shop determined the front tires had excessive wear. the vehicle was inspected to insure proper alignment, after this was done and it was determined the alignment was accurate, the tires were rotated. updated 7/25/2006 - hankook tires. *nm

Reported in: MOUNT BETHEL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

drivers side mirror wobbles in the wind, makes images hard to judge in reference to distance and vehicle image clarity. this problem existed from the time i bought my new kia amanti. i was told it would be fixed but upon request to complete the repair i was told that kia would not repair it, and was told that kia was not responsible for the wind. *nm

Reported in: CANEY OK || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

head-on crash into driver side passenger door. air bags failed to activate. both cars total losses, nothing repaired or replaced. *nm

Reported in: HEPHZIBAH GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNALD124745

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

tl* - the contact stated that after parking her 2004 kia amanti with an odometer reading of 67000 miles, she noticed the low beam head light on the front passenger side had failed. at 73000 miles the bright beam on the vehicle's head lights failed, as well as, the day time running lights. the contact stated that she paid to get the lights replaced over five times. the contact is requesting that this be looked into because she is in fear of a vehicle fire and the manufacture stated "that the vehicle needed a complete vehicle rewiring".

Reported in: LUCEDALE MS || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

kia amanti: brake pedal and gas pedal too close vertically so as to make it possible to frequently depress both at the same time creating a potental hazard. *jb

Reported in: PLAINFIELD IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

dear sir: i am the owner of a 2004 kia amanti. there are 43,542 miles on the odometer. the vehicle engine runs fine and then will suddenly go into lugging and misfiring at various speeds causing down shifting. when i turn the engine off and leave it to set overnight or for more than eight hours at work, the engine light remains on but the engine runs fine once started again. after a few more starts the engine light goes off. i took it to the dealership and told them of the symptoms. they ran tests and said they could find nothing wrong. they said bring it back when it does it again. fine, so it goes into the misfiring on a weekend at night traveling the interstate. no chance to just leave the engine running for a dealership the next day. now it runs fine again until another inconvenient situation. problematically, the engine behavior creates a driving hazard at high and low speeds and could easily cause an accident. this is a serious safety issue that needs to be resolved by kia, not by its ignorant or ill trained dealer mechanics. are you familiar with this problem? is it the computer module that may have a short or crack in the housing? misfiring is a timing issue and most surely goes to the firing order and timing controlled by the advance mechanism and the module. or is it the throttle system? or egr valve or solenoids? do americans need to die before kia comes up with an answer? i need to get this fixed before my wife who panics may have a serious accident. *jb

Reported in: LECANTO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

dear sir: i am the owner of a 2004 kia amanti. there are 43,542 miles on the odometer. the vehicle engine runs fine and then will suddenly go into lugging and misfiring at various speeds causing down shifting. when i turn the engine off and leave it to set overnight or for more than eight hours at work, the engine light remains on but the engine runs fine once started again. after a few more starts the engine light goes off. i took it to the dealership and told them of the symptoms. they ran tests and said they could find nothing wrong. they said bring it back when it does it again. fine, so it goes into the misfiring on a weekend at night traveling the interstate. no chance to just leave the engine running for a dealership the next day. now it runs fine again until another inconvenient situation. problematically, the engine behavior creates a driving hazard at high and low speeds and could easily cause an accident. this is a serious safety issue that needs to be resolved by kia, not by its ignorant or ill trained dealer mechanics. are you familiar with this problem? is it the computer module that may have a short or crack in the housing? misfiring is a timing issue and most surely goes to the firing order and timing controlled by the advance mechanism and the module. or is it the throttle system? or egr valve or solenoids? do americans need to die before kia comes up with an answer? i need to get this fixed before my wife who panics may have a serious accident. *jb

Reported in: LECANTO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

dear sir: i am the owner of a 2004 kia amanti. there are 43,542 miles on the odometer. the vehicle engine runs fine and then will suddenly go into lugging and misfiring at various speeds causing down shifting. when i turn the engine off and leave it to set overnight or for more than eight hours at work, the engine light remains on but the engine runs fine once started again. after a few more starts the engine light goes off. i took it to the dealership and told them of the symptoms. they ran tests and said they could find nothing wrong. they said bring it back when it does it again. fine, so it goes into the misfiring on a weekend at night traveling the interstate. no chance to just leave the engine running for a dealership the next day. now it runs fine again until another inconvenient situation. problematically, the engine behavior creates a driving hazard at high and low speeds and could easily cause an accident. this is a serious safety issue that needs to be resolved by kia, not by its ignorant or ill trained dealer mechanics. are you familiar with this problem? is it the computer module that may have a short or crack in the housing? misfiring is a timing issue and most surely goes to the firing order and timing controlled by the advance mechanism and the module. or is it the throttle system? or egr valve or solenoids? do americans need to die before kia comes up with an answer? i need to get this fixed before my wife who panics may have a serious accident. *jb

Reported in: LECANTO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

AIR BAGS

tl*- the contact stated that the 2004 kia amanti sd's airbag light had been turning on and off for over a year. on 01/13/06 the air bag light turned on and stayed on. t he took the vehicle to the dealership, and was informed that the air bag needed to be removed to check the pin tension. the contact stated that the remedy worked for about ten days. he took vehicle back to dealership, and they ordered a new clockspring and an air bag module ,and that worked for about three weeks, before the light turned on again. the contact stated that the air bag light didn't turn on for about 4 months. he contacted the dealership, and again and they replaced the clockspring. he stated that the light turned on again about 2 months later and the dealership adjusted the pin tension, and rerouted the airbag harness and plugs. that lasted for six months, and the light airbag light turned on again 02/27/07. the contact called the dealership again, and they reprogrammed the history code. this has occurred on too many occasions, and felt that the air bag may not deploy if a crash occurred. he contacted the manufacturer to file a complaint and was given case# 1213689. the contact stated that his first failure the vehicle had 7,301 miles and the current mileage was 11,056 miles. all repairs orders were available.*ak updated 04/12/07. *jb

Reported in: PLAINFILED IL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

on or about september 26, 2004, purchased a 2004 kia amanti. since that time, the vehicle has undergone a multitude of problems, many of which kia has been unable to fix. since its purchase, the vehicle has exhibited air conditioning problems, electrical circuit problems, battery problems, water leaks, recurring engine light problems and, most recently, shaking and lurching issues which have rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. although some of these issues were rectified, it appears that the vehicle continues to exhibit additional problems one right after another. in fact, the rear brake light and windshield leak required six separate visits to ontario kia due to the fact that kia could not locate the source of the problem. although the car is still relatively new, dr. oh has already purchased a car battery, two brakes, and four new tires (excluding other repair costs not covered by warranty). over the course of the past month, the air conditioning unit fails to operate satisfactorily. over the course of the past several weeks, dr. oh has continued to drive the vehicle notwithstanding the air conditioning problems and the continuous shaking and bouncing issues. *jb

Reported in: ETIWANDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

on or about september 26, 2004, purchased a 2004 kia amanti. since that time, the vehicle has undergone a multitude of problems, many of which kia has been unable to fix. since its purchase, the vehicle has exhibited air conditioning problems, electrical circuit problems, battery problems, water leaks, recurring engine light problems and, most recently, shaking and lurching issues which have rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. although some of these issues were rectified, it appears that the vehicle continues to exhibit additional problems one right after another. in fact, the rear brake light and windshield leak required six separate visits to ontario kia due to the fact that kia could not locate the source of the problem. although the car is still relatively new, dr. oh has already purchased a car battery, two brakes, and four new tires (excluding other repair costs not covered by warranty). over the course of the past month, the air conditioning unit fails to operate satisfactorily. over the course of the past several weeks, dr. oh has continued to drive the vehicle notwithstanding the air conditioning problems and the continuous shaking and bouncing issues. *jb

Reported in: ETIWANDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

on or about september 26, 2004, purchased a 2004 kia amanti. since that time, the vehicle has undergone a multitude of problems, many of which kia has been unable to fix. since its purchase, the vehicle has exhibited air conditioning problems, electrical circuit problems, battery problems, water leaks, recurring engine light problems and, most recently, shaking and lurching issues which have rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. although some of these issues were rectified, it appears that the vehicle continues to exhibit additional problems one right after another. in fact, the rear brake light and windshield leak required six separate visits to ontario kia due to the fact that kia could not locate the source of the problem. although the car is still relatively new, dr. oh has already purchased a car battery, two brakes, and four new tires (excluding other repair costs not covered by warranty). over the course of the past month, the air conditioning unit fails to operate satisfactorily. over the course of the past several weeks, dr. oh has continued to drive the vehicle notwithstanding the air conditioning problems and the continuous shaking and bouncing issues. *jb

Reported in: ETIWANDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

SUSPENSION

on or about september 26, 2004, purchased a 2004 kia amanti. since that time, the vehicle has undergone a multitude of problems, many of which kia has been unable to fix. since its purchase, the vehicle has exhibited air conditioning problems, electrical circuit problems, battery problems, water leaks, recurring engine light problems and, most recently, shaking and lurching issues which have rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. although some of these issues were rectified, it appears that the vehicle continues to exhibit additional problems one right after another. in fact, the rear brake light and windshield leak required six separate visits to ontario kia due to the fact that kia could not locate the source of the problem. although the car is still relatively new, dr. oh has already purchased a car battery, two brakes, and four new tires (excluding other repair costs not covered by warranty). over the course of the past month, the air conditioning unit fails to operate satisfactorily. over the course of the past several weeks, dr. oh has continued to drive the vehicle notwithstanding the air conditioning problems and the continuous shaking and bouncing issues. *jb

Reported in: ETIWANDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

TIRES

on or about september 26, 2004, purchased a 2004 kia amanti. since that time, the vehicle has undergone a multitude of problems, many of which kia has been unable to fix. since its purchase, the vehicle has exhibited air conditioning problems, electrical circuit problems, battery problems, water leaks, recurring engine light problems and, most recently, shaking and lurching issues which have rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. although some of these issues were rectified, it appears that the vehicle continues to exhibit additional problems one right after another. in fact, the rear brake light and windshield leak required six separate visits to ontario kia due to the fact that kia could not locate the source of the problem. although the car is still relatively new, dr. oh has already purchased a car battery, two brakes, and four new tires (excluding other repair costs not covered by warranty). over the course of the past month, the air conditioning unit fails to operate satisfactorily. over the course of the past several weeks, dr. oh has continued to drive the vehicle notwithstanding the air conditioning problems and the continuous shaking and bouncing issues. *jb

Reported in: ETIWANDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

on or about september 26, 2004, purchased a 2004 kia amanti. since that time, the vehicle has undergone a multitude of problems, many of which kia has been unable to fix. since its purchase, the vehicle has exhibited air conditioning problems, electrical circuit problems, battery problems, water leaks, recurring engine light problems and, most recently, shaking and lurching issues which have rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. although some of these issues were rectified, it appears that the vehicle continues to exhibit additional problems one right after another. in fact, the rear brake light and windshield leak required six separate visits to ontario kia due to the fact that kia could not locate the source of the problem. although the car is still relatively new, dr. oh has already purchased a car battery, two brakes, and four new tires (excluding other repair costs not covered by warranty). over the course of the past month, the air conditioning unit fails to operate satisfactorily. over the course of the past several weeks, dr. oh has continued to drive the vehicle notwithstanding the air conditioning problems and the continuous shaking and bouncing issues. *jb

Reported in: ETIWANDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i bought a brand new 2004 kia amanti. as i approached 30,000 miles the engine would periodically lose power while in operation, then restore seconds later. i reported the incident to my dealer. i ws told they would reset the fuel injection system, and that would resolve the issue. since then the issue has surfaced (3) times. two of the three times almost lead to a serious crash. during these precious few seconds (3-5) there was absolutley no engine power available. i notice it it seemed to occur when removing the foot from the gas pedal, then reapplying it to gain power. at this point the engine just dropped off. it will restore and race to high rpm seconds later. it has gotten to the point where i was afraid of driving the vehicle. it was a crap shoot everytime you needed to make a left turn across on coming traffic whether or not my car will lose power. it was not a stall, needed to restart the vehicle afterwards. the vehicle recovered on its own.*ak

Reported in: DEBARY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

i bought a brand new 2004 kia amanti. as i approached 30,000 miles the engine would periodically lose power while in operation, then restore seconds later. i reported the incident to my dealer. i ws told they would reset the fuel injection system, and that would resolve the issue. since then the issue has surfaced (3) times. two of the three times almost lead to a serious crash. during these precious few seconds (3-5) there was absolutley no engine power available. i notice it it seemed to occur when removing the foot from the gas pedal, then reapplying it to gain power. at this point the engine just dropped off. it will restore and race to high rpm seconds later. it has gotten to the point where i was afraid of driving the vehicle. it was a crap shoot everytime you needed to make a left turn across on coming traffic whether or not my car will lose power. it was not a stall, needed to restart the vehicle afterwards. the vehicle recovered on its own.*ak

Reported in: DEBARY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP

tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated that the vehicle's air bag indicator light illuminates intermittently while driving 45 mph. the vehicle was brought to the dealer and the air bag was replaced. however, the dealer did not replace all of the screws and the air bag landed in the contacts lap. the contact feels that the air bags could deploy at any given moment. the current mileage is 59,000 and failure mileage was 33,316. spoke with consumer 10/16/07 need to resend form. *lj the dealer stated reinstalled fuel filler cap and steering gear mounting bolts. updated 11/01/07

Reported in: ATWOOD TN || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124X45

STEERING

tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated that the vehicle's air bag indicator light illuminates intermittently while driving 45 mph. the vehicle was brought to the dealer and the air bag was replaced. however, the dealer did not replace all of the screws and the air bag landed in the contacts lap. the contact feels that the air bags could deploy at any given moment. the current mileage is 59,000 and failure mileage was 33,316. spoke with consumer 10/16/07 need to resend form. *lj the dealer stated reinstalled fuel filler cap and steering gear mounting bolts. updated 11/01/07

Reported in: ATWOOD TN || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124X45

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE

tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated that the vehicle's air bag indicator light illuminates intermittently while driving 45 mph. the vehicle was brought to the dealer and the air bag was replaced. however, the dealer did not replace all of the screws and the air bag landed in the contacts lap. the contact feels that the air bags could deploy at any given moment. the current mileage is 59,000 and failure mileage was 33,316. spoke with consumer 10/16/07 need to resend form. *lj the dealer stated reinstalled fuel filler cap and steering gear mounting bolts. updated 11/01/07

Reported in: ATWOOD TN || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124X45

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. while driving 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly stopped and had to be towed to a mechanic. the mechanic stated that there was sludge in the engine and it needed to be replaced. the purchase date and powertrain were unknown. the current and failure mileages were 27,000.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124745

POWER TRAIN

2004 kia amanti with transmission problem. consumer states that the vehicle began to buck and jump and dropped down to 15 mph. he also states that the vehicle continued to shake. *kb the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated and the cruise control was lost. *jb

Reported in: MIDDLETOWN DE || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2004 kia amanti with transmission problem. consumer states that the vehicle began to buck and jump and dropped down to 15 mph. he also states that the vehicle continued to shake. *kb the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated and the cruise control was lost. *jb

Reported in: MIDDLETOWN DE || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

acceleration problem when proceeding from a sop light or stop sign or any stopped position. the car jerks uncontrollably when accelerating from a stopped position causing very strong potential for an accident.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2004 kia - gas leaking under car when filling gas tank. kia told us it was a "sensor" and replaced it. it happened again - they replaced the same sensor. when it happened for the third time, we brought the car in and they told us it was a gas overflow problem and by the time they looked at the car, we had over 27 pounds of gas sitting under the back seat. they told us (because so much time had passed, we had to pay which we did to get the car. they also told us they would contact kia and try to get us reimbursed. all to no avail. the first sensor was replace within first year. by the time the finally realized what the "real" problem was - the car was 4 years. they told us warranty had run out. this sounded like we were sitting on a time bomb! they tried to blame us - they say it's the way we pump gas.

Reported in: PLYMOUTH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124245

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

trouble starting the vehicle.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

2004 kia amanti - on cold startup the engine sometimes revs aggressively when pulled into gear, causing the car to lurch forward or back if the brake is not firmly applied. it is a dangerous scenario. i've asked kia to look at the problem and they've said they cannot identify the cause and have no knowledge of it.

Reported in: CALGARY 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

after pulling the car forward out of the garage in the morning and while stopped to wait for the garage door to close (brake applied, in gear), the vehicle attempts to burst-lurch forward (not touching gas pedal). this seems to happen year-round. the dealership cannot re-produce the problem, but also hasn't kept the vehicle overnight for a cold-start. have had a couple of near-collisions at the end of my driveway.

Reported in: LAKEWOOD CO || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

after pulling the car forward out of the garage in the morning and while stopped to wait for the garage door to close (brake applied, in gear), the vehicle attempts to burst-lurch forward (not touching gas pedal). this seems to happen year-round. the dealership cannot re-produce the problem, but also hasn't kept the vehicle overnight for a cold-start. have had a couple of near-collisions at the end of my driveway.

Reported in: LAKEWOOD CO || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

check engine light keeps coming on. at times it clears by itself. they've changed sparlplugs ,sensors,etc, but keeps happening. i have to drive 50 evertime, and they seem to never fix it.

Reported in: FLORIDA MA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

check engine light keeps coming on. at times it clears by itself. they've changed sparlplugs ,sensors,etc, but keeps happening. i have to drive 50 evertime, and they seem to never fix it.

Reported in: FLORIDA MA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

STEERING

2004 kia amanti 55,000 miles maintained regularly will occasionally exhibit extremely hard steering, as if the belt is broken or slick. have had it checked and nothing was found wrong. have friend with same make and model with similar occurrences.

Reported in: ABERDEEN MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle did not respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed. immediately following and without warning, the vehicle accelerated with great force. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on five separate occasions for identical failures, but there were no resolutions. the throttle body assembly and accelerator sensor were replaced. the vehicle is currently being repaired. the failure mileage was 46,000 and current mileage was 54,000.

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124045

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

car on occasions lurches and stalls frequently. wife's car really not sure if throttle,engine,transmission. just very dangerous.

Reported in: WESTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124345

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was stopping for a stop sign and engine suddenly raced and could not depress the brake pedal hard enough to stop. shifted into neutral and engine stopped racing and car screeched to a halt. this has happened four times in last two years and each time i have shot through the stop sign. i took car to dealer and each time was told that this has not been reported by anybody else and could not be duplicated. i was told it could be a possible vacuum leak, but an independent brake specialist has told me there are no leaks and the brakes are fine. nothing else has been done. i am reporting the latest incident.

Reported in: SAN MARCOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

POWER TRAIN

the vehicle surges while accelerating. the problem occurs sporadically but has done it consistently for over 5 years. every time i take it to the dealer they can't find anything wrong and nothing is done. this vehicle has an electronic throttle.

Reported in: ELMORE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i am an original owner of a 2004 kia amanti with only 23000miles. my car has accelerated on its own such as the toyota recent recall. kia headquarters claim they've never heard of this problem.meanwhile if u go to website www.odi.nhtsa.dot.gov you will see hundreds of people complaining about the same problem with their kia amanti. i got the car fixed but i don't feel safe.$1137.94 later kia kept car entire week. kia service tech&advisor explained it was an electronic problem with the accelerator position sensor failure. what is it going to take before for someone investigates kia amanti? sadly i regret spending so much on high end foreign vehicle. i had to change/purchase twice front wheel new tires. numerous times in the winter my battery goes completely dead. i 'm frustrated as kia headquarters isn't being held responsible for gas acceleration, an issue that is a safety hazard. please can someone at nhtsa finally take action before someone gets killed. *tw

Reported in: YONKERS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124745

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. while driving at approximate speeds of 45 mph, the headlights failed without warning. the vehicle was moved off the roadway where it was left overnight, when returning to the vehicle, all electrical components were inoperable. in addition, the vehicle would intermittently fail to start. the dealer advised there were no recalls on the vehicle and any repairs would be at her expense. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 150,000.

Reported in: REIDSVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124245

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2004 kia amanti engine races and lunges forward when applying the brakes at stop sign. this has happened 5 times and kia says they can not duplicate it so nothing has been done.

Reported in: SAN MARCOS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated the air bag warning light remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the failure. the dealer replaced the battery three times. the clock spring was also replaced but to no avail. the manufacturer advised the vehicle warranty expired therefore they would not provide any assistance. the failure mileage was 40,000 and current mileage is 65,000. updated 10/21/10. *lj it was determined that a ground wire was the problem, which was repaired. updated 10/16/10*jb

Reported in: KISSIMMEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated the air bag warning light remained illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the failure. the dealer replaced the battery three times. the clock spring was also replaced but to no avail. the manufacturer advised the vehicle warranty expired therefore they would not provide any assistance. the failure mileage was 40,000 and current mileage is 65,000. updated 10/21/10. *lj it was determined that a ground wire was the problem, which was repaired. updated 10/16/10*jb

Reported in: KISSIMMEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124145

SUSPENSION:REAR

rear suspension does not feel solid. it bounces right to left as well as up and down. put new struts on and nothing has changed. no one has an answer. any thoughts?

Reported in: ELKHORN WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

sudden unintended acceleration.

Reported in: CLARKSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

sudden unintended acceleration.

Reported in: CLARKSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

august 2010, vehicle would not accept gas at pump.gasoline shoots back out of gas tank upon refueling. problem recurred four times since. kia owners complain on line on manufacturers website. 6 pages of similar complaint's fro m other kia owners. company consumers affairs dept. refuses any responsibility. kia of riverside dealership doesn't know how to fix problem after charging us $99.00 for diagnostic on january 5 2011. fourth incident since august 2010.

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124X45

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

while parking in front of a coffee shop as i applied the brake to stop, the right side of my right shoe was over the gas pedal causing the car to continue forward striking a cement ashtray on the sidewalk pushing it into plate glass window.

Reported in: LYNN MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNALD124545

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

while parking in front of a coffee shop as i applied the brake to stop, the right side of my right shoe was over the gas pedal causing the car to continue forward striking a cement ashtray on the sidewalk pushing it into plate glass window.

Reported in: LYNN MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNALD124545

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

while parking in front of a coffee shop as i applied the brake to stop, the right side of my right shoe was over the gas pedal causing the car to continue forward striking a cement ashtray on the sidewalk pushing it into plate glass window.

Reported in: LYNN MA || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNALD124545

AIR BAGS

i have taken my 2004 kia amanti in for problems with air bag light several time. i have 8 forms with backup but it was taken in more than that. they have replaced everything from the r/r clockspring, the airbag and modules, all more than once. the last time being in 10/2010. then the light started to come on in 02/2011 but it would turn off again until it finally stayed on once again. i had made an appt to go in on april 13, 2011 but was involved in a fender bender april 12, so the vehicle was in the shop. the body shop ran a diagnosis on the airbag light and it showed the problem had begun 3 months earlier so it wasn't covered by the insurance since it was not due to the accident so i had to pay $112.00. then i took it to kia this morning and they told me i would have to pay for a diagnosis at the dealer as well, unless it was the same problem that occurred on my last visit. $86.00! i asked, "after having brought my car in 8 - 10 times, i am going to be charged! they have replaced everything that come out on the diagnosis at least 3 times and checked the wiring according to what the last manager had said in summer 2010, but they would only consider the last visit! this kia dealer is know for replacing parts until they fix it. i know because i have a stack of receipts showing all the parts that were replaced on my vehicle. rusty was the managers name at viva kia in el paso, texas. he is no longer there and it is now ruben, whom use to be the service clerk. i was highly upset. to top all this off, the body shop said that my air bag would not have deployed since the light was on so it was a good thing that it was only a fender bender. that, i believe is dangerous, considering that my airbag light is probably on for half of the year.

Reported in: 79924 TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: KNALD124445

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated while driving 5 mph, white smoke began to emit from the tail pipe and the vehicle would not accelerate beyond that speed. the vehicle also began to jerk when the failure occurred. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where three fuel injectors were replaced. approximately two years later, the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was in the process of being repaired. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 65,700. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: MILWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact stated that five of the six fuel injectors were replaced approximately one year ago because the vehicle would jerk and stall. the vehicle was in the process of having the sixth fuel injector replaced due to the same failures. an authorized dealer stated that failed fuel injectors was a common issue for this year, made and model. the failure mileage was 59,000 and the current mileage was 65,000.

Reported in: MILWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124045

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

while, backing out of garage the car accelerated on its own. kia road tested the car and could not replicate the problem. a diagnostic test performed by j.b.a. kia of ellicott city, md found nothing wrong. this is the second time that the car has had a sudden unintended acceleration incident. the first incident was reported to nhtsa in january 2010, confirmation (odi number) for that report is 10375033. kia replaced the accelerator pedal position sensor on 1/18/2011.

Reported in: CLARKSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

while, backing out of garage the car accelerated on its own. kia road tested the car and could not replicate the problem. a diagnostic test performed by j.b.a. kia of ellicott city, md found nothing wrong. this is the second time that the car has had a sudden unintended acceleration incident. the first incident was reported to nhtsa in january 2010, confirmation (odi number) for that report is 10375033. kia replaced the accelerator pedal position sensor on 1/18/2011.

Reported in: CLARKSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124845

AIR BAGS

tl* the contact owns a 2004 kia amanti. the contact started the ignition and the air bag warning indicator began to illuminate continuously. the failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated the clock spring would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact planned to notify the manufacturer regarding the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: INKSTER MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124945

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

while filling gas to full level, the gas spills out inside wheel well and onto ground (1/2 to 2 cups) when tank gets about 3/4 full, the gas stops leaking once i stop putting gas into the tank. the car was taken to a kia dealership on 10/17/2006 with 37,053 miles on the car. the dealer determined that there was an internal failure to the orvr valve and it flooded out the purge system. the valve assembly, filter assembly, canister assembly, canister close, and 2 way valve were replaced. the problem recurred again in october, 2008 and the car was taken to the kia dealership on 11/06/2008 with 58,079 miles on car. the same diagnosis and similar parts were replaced. in may, 2012, with 88,760 miles, i am experiencing the same problem since the car is out of warranty, kia will not assist in any correction unless i pay dealership for diagnosis. my issue is that i feel they have a system problem, since the same problem has occurred 3 times and corrective action by kia corrected the problem for 20 to 30k miles but t was not a permanent fix. i feel that i am no way causing this problem since i don't top off during the filling process. the consumer should not have to fix this type of problem every 20 to 30k miles and it is a danger to the consumer and anyone else at the gas station who ignite a fire from a cigarette or static electricity.

Reported in: RICHMOND HTS. OH || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was slowing down to a red light and the check engine light came on and the car died. i turned the key so i could begin to try to start the vehicle and i noticed the rpm's start revving up and its trying to over-accelerate when i put it in drive. i managed to get it to a safe spot but i was 100% worried it was going to cause an accident or accelerate out of control. it sounds very if not exactly similar to a lot of the other complaints. no codes come up for this issue and it is serious.

Reported in: NORTH FORK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124545

ENGINE

i was slowing down to a red light and the check engine light came on and the car died. i turned the key so i could begin to try to start the vehicle and i noticed the rpm's start revving up and its trying to over-accelerate when i put it in drive. i managed to get it to a safe spot but i was 100% worried it was going to cause an accident or accelerate out of control. it sounds very if not exactly similar to a lot of the other complaints. no codes come up for this issue and it is serious.

Reported in: NORTH FORK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124545

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

i was on the highway going out of town and had the cruise control set like i normally do when all of a sudden my car drastically lost speed from 70mph to 45mph on a very busy highway. i had to slowly move over to the far lane in order to make it to a safe place to pull over. i then pulled over shut the car off for about 20 mins and tried to come back home and once again got on the highway when once again i lost power even tho i'm pressing the gas all the way down to the floor and its not even trying to gain power at all. i almost got into 2 accidents on the way home because of the loss of power. i have seen a lot of complaints on this website about the same recurring problems with other kia amanti owners and this problem needs to be fixed. this is my only vehicle and i'm scared to drive it. please can someone give me some answers!!!

Reported in: SAINT JOSEPH MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i was on the highway going out of town and had the cruise control set like i normally do when all of a sudden my car drastically lost speed from 70mph to 45mph on a very busy highway. i had to slowly move over to the far lane in order to make it to a safe place to pull over. i then pulled over shut the car off for about 20 mins and tried to come back home and once again got on the highway when once again i lost power even tho i'm pressing the gas all the way down to the floor and its not even trying to gain power at all. i almost got into 2 accidents on the way home because of the loss of power. i have seen a lot of complaints on this website about the same recurring problems with other kia amanti owners and this problem needs to be fixed. this is my only vehicle and i'm scared to drive it. please can someone give me some answers!!!

Reported in: SAINT JOSEPH MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my check engine light comes on and my car loses power fast no matter what speed i am going. i put my foot on the gas and the rpm's go up and i am only able to drive at a speed of 20mph. at times my car will drive at a normal speed and the check engine light will be on .its very strange. i've taken it to the dealer and they said that it needed a new catalytic converter. it was replaced under warranty. one week later the same symptoms and another out of pocket expense of over $1,000.00 and another part. the problem still exists months later. each time with a different diagnosis by the dealer. my mechanic diagnosed the problem when it first happened with his meter and it read electronic throttle body. i told this to the dealer months ago and thousands of dollars ago.

Reported in: DALLAS PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

my check engine light comes on and my car loses power fast no matter what speed i am going. i put my foot on the gas and the rpm's go up and i am only able to drive at a speed of 20mph. at times my car will drive at a normal speed and the check engine light will be on .its very strange. i've taken it to the dealer and they said that it needed a new catalytic converter. it was replaced under warranty. one week later the same symptoms and another out of pocket expense of over $1,000.00 and another part. the problem still exists months later. each time with a different diagnosis by the dealer. my mechanic diagnosed the problem when it first happened with his meter and it read electronic throttle body. i told this to the dealer months ago and thousands of dollars ago.

Reported in: DALLAS PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

ENGINE

my check engine light comes on and my car loses power fast no matter what speed i am going. i put my foot on the gas and the rpm's go up and i am only able to drive at a speed of 20mph. at times my car will drive at a normal speed and the check engine light will be on .its very strange. i've taken it to the dealer and they said that it needed a new catalytic converter. it was replaced under warranty. one week later the same symptoms and another out of pocket expense of over $1,000.00 and another part. the problem still exists months later. each time with a different diagnosis by the dealer. my mechanic diagnosed the problem when it first happened with his meter and it read electronic throttle body. i told this to the dealer months ago and thousands of dollars ago.

Reported in: DALLAS PA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124645

AIR BAGS

two years later when we purchase these car, the air bag light show. and it never when off since then. took to the mechanic and said its very common to have these kind of problem for kias. he could not fix it had no tools enough to do it. and i had no money enough to fix they want to refer to the dealer, and dealers wants more that a 1,000 to do it.

Reported in: CONCORD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124245

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

kia amanti losing power while driving or losing power then accelerating out of control and kia seems not to be able to fix the problem.

Reported in: MACOMB MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

ENGINE

kia amanti losing power while driving or losing power then accelerating out of control and kia seems not to be able to fix the problem.

Reported in: MACOMB MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

POWER TRAIN

kia amanti losing power while driving or losing power then accelerating out of control and kia seems not to be able to fix the problem.

Reported in: MACOMB MI || Crash: N || VIN #: KNALD124445

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

when i start my car, the rpm accelerates high as it will go. very annoying and loud. it does this most of the time some times when i come to a stop light and proceed forward, the car jerks forward as i accelerate.

Reported in: COLUMBUS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: