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#5 of 23 engine by kiagirl29 Jul 08, 2007 (3:25 am)
I have a 2003 Kia van that we brought used less than a year ago. Everything was going fine with it until 4 weeks ago. On our way back home the air conditioning stopped working. Took van to a mechanic and he told us the compressor had gone bad in it. He was unable to fix suggest we take to dealership. Went and picked up van check engine light was on and now van was making a noise. <none on this was going on prior to air condition problem> On way to Kia dealership van dies and has to be towed the rest of the way. I received call from dealership that a rod in the motor has broke and now I need a whole new motor $8700.00 I might add. What really upsets me is that the van only has 61,000 miles on it. Kia refuses to cover and we have just came out of warranty at 60,000 miles . Mechanic at dealership has never had a Kia brought in with the motor gone out at 61,000 miles. Mechanic told us that he was going to talk with someone "higher up" with Kia and see if they would "do the right thing" and replace the motor since our van did not have that many miles. Has anyone out there ever had this problem? Right now I am not really impressed with Kia and I don't know if I would ever buy another one or not. Replies to this message: ch8265 (Sep 28, 2007 4:52 pm) browning4 (Jun 03, 2008 10:16 am)
#6 of 23 Engine drag? by kistep Jul 13, 2007 (6:51 am)
I just purchased a 2007 Sedona LX, and noticed something different about how it drives versus the last car I owned.   In the Sedona, I've noticed as I take my foot off the gas and try to coast, I can feel the engine slowing the vehicle more rapidly than I thought was normal. Even on slight downhills, the engine starts to slow the Sedona, rather than let it coast and pick up speed on the hill.   Not sure if this is normal or whether I should be heading back to the dealership ASAP.   Otherwise, have loved the van.   Anyone else notice this, or is this unusual? Thanks! Replies to this message: fishbreath (Jul 13, 2007 12:07 pm) bowtiefan1 (Jul 14, 2007 7:43 pm) browning4 (Jun 03, 2008 10:12 am) woodchuckie (Jul 14, 2007 8:15 pm) jmikkelson (Jul 31, 2007 9:59 am) browning4 (Jun 03, 2008 10:02 am)
#7 of 23 2007 Kia Sedona Transmission by mom11 Jul 13, 2007 (9:59 am)
My 2 week old Sedona keeps getting stuck in park. I have had it towed to the dealer twice and they can't find anything wrong. Any similar stories? Replies to this message: woodchuckie (Jul 14, 2007 8:03 pm)
#8 of 23 Re: Engine drag? [kistep] by fishbreath Jul 13, 2007 (12:07 pm)
Replying to: kistep (Jul 13, 2007 6:51 am) To me it seems like if your not going fast enough the tranny won't into the next higher gear even going down hill. (I don't have a problem with that) Now on the flip side if it was free wheeling you would have to down shift or get on the brakes all the time and we all know you don't want to do that. Unless you have a more of a problem. If you have to be on the gas to go down a hill then you might have a problem.
#9 of 23 Re: Engine drag? [kistep] by bowtiefan1 Jul 14, 2007 (7:43 pm)
Replying to: kistep (Jul 13, 2007 6:51 am) My wife and I are considering the purchase of a '07 Kia Sedona and test drove an LX today. I, too, noticed what you described with your transmission on the tester I drove today. When taking my foot off the gas, the van felt like it was in low gear instead of drive, and as if the engine were braking the car to go slower. It was a weird feeling and unlike the feeling I have in my current vehicles, including my Dodge Caravan. The sales person said this was normal and all Sedona's operated this way. To me, it was very annoying and I am second guessing if I want this van for this reason. It just doesn't feel normal. I also drove an '07 Toyota Sienna and did not experience this engine brake feeling (that van was very peppy and powerful). I would be interested to hear if other ownerns have this concern/experience. Replies to this message: browning4 (Jun 03, 2008 10:12 am)
#10 of 23 Re: 2007 Kia Sedona Transmission [mom11] by woodchuckie Jul 14, 2007 (8:03 pm)
Replying to: mom11 (Jul 13, 2007 9:59 am) I just bought an 04 Sedona and was reading the owners manual.Somewhere in there is a section talking about the transmission getting stuck in park. If it won't move with the break pedal depressed It tells how to get it unstuck using a screwdriver behind the gearshift lever. It's on page 4-14 under Driving Your Vehicle. Called Shift-lock override. It says to have it inspected by Kia immediately.
#11 of 23 Re: Engine drag? [kistep] by woodchuckie Jul 14, 2007 (8:15 pm)
Replying to: kistep (Jul 13, 2007 6:51 am) We just bought an 07 Oddsey in May. and I've noticed the drag you're talking about. I notice because my 86 Pk. Ave. drives different. I'll have to pay more attention but I think it happens after I come to a stop and make a turn and then go down the hill and I'm already in a lower gear. I may not it at highway speeds when I'm in overdrive. I've just bought an 04 Sedonna and haven't driven enough to notice anything yet.
#12 of 23 Re: Engine drag? [kistep] by jmikkelson Jul 31, 2007 (9:59 am)
Replying to: kistep (Jul 13, 2007 6:51 am) Just got a used '07 Kia on Saturday. Noticed the same thing. Thought it might be the stability control feature on these vans. Turned it off but still does the same thing you're talking about. Guess its just the way they're made. Thought I'd let you know, you're not the only one who noticed this.   Jeremy
#13 of 23 Re: engine [kiagirl29] by ch8265 Sep 28, 2007 (4:52 pm)
Replying to: kiagirl29 (Jul 08, 2007 3:25 am) I have a 2002 kia sedona with 59,250 miles and have had the van since Jan 2006. I had to have the alternator replaced about 6 weeks ago and today found out that I have a valve that is bad and needs to be repaired. I noticed the valve issue a couple of days ago due to the smell coming thru the vents and today had issues with the engine pinging and being sluggish during exceleration. Was told that I should not drive the van because the issue could cause the whole engine to seize which will require a new engine then. I also have an issue with the AC not putting out cold air. I love the roominess but hate the issues. By the way, do a google search of 2002 kia sedona recalls. There are 3 recalls. Replies to this message: browning4 (Jun 03, 2008 10:16 am)
#14 of 23 Many issues by ch8265 Sep 28, 2007 (5:04 pm)
I have a 2002 kia sedona with 59,250 miles and have had the van since Jan 2006. I had to have the alternator replaced about 6 weeks ago (which cost me roughly $325) and after it was replaced, the air bag indicator light remained on. The auto repair shop could not correct this. It has to be reset by the dealership at a cost of approx $49.00. Today I found out that I have a valve that is bad and needs to be repaired. I noticed the valve issue a couple of days ago due to the smell coming thru the vents and today had issues with the engine pinging and being sluggish during exceleration. Was told that I should not drive the van because the issue could cause the whole engine to seize which will require a new engine then. I also have an issue with the AC not putting out cold air. Heaven only knows what this issue is. I will worry about that next spring. I love the roominess but hate the issues. By the way, do a google search of 2002 kia sedona recalls. There are 3 recalls. I also am in need of new brakes. Gotta commend the employees at Autozone who have taken the time to troubleshoot the problems for me so that when I take the van to the repair shop, I'm educated and knowledgeable.

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