When the consumer was hit at 5 mph on the front passenger side driver's side seat belt unlocked. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *Ak
Vehicle safety record
2002 Kia Sephia Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2002 Kia Sephia with NHTSA, most often about the airbags (1) and the brakes (1). Those complaints describe 2 crashes and 1 injury. There are no recalls for it. For comparison, the 2001 has 108 and the 2003 has 2.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Sephia year, for its age
#257 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 6
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 1
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 Kia Sephia problems
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No recalls for the 2002 Kia Sephia
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Kia Sephia. Recalls can be announced at any time - this page updates daily.
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6 complaints about the 2002 Kia Sephia
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
While shifting gears, the vehicle hesitated. The consumer applied the accelerator pedal and the vehicle suddenly accelerated at a high speed. The consumer applied the brakes, but the pedal went to the floor. The vehicle continued to accelerate with excessive speed. The driver turned off the vehicle and restarted it. The consumer was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the transmission solenoid switch needed to be replaced. Please fill in additional information. *Jb
During a 35 mph frontal collision front air bags did not deploy. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *Ak
While driving vehicle stalled. Driver was able to restart vehicle, and drive it to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *Ak *mr
The vehicle experienced extended stopping distance.*Jb
Vehicle orginally started with a very hard pull to the right & vibration at highway speeds. When taken to dealership for repairs, told that service techs would not allow me to have back until repairs made because vehicle was dangerous to drive. After crossmember realign, still had a hard pull & vibration. Returned to dealership. Front tires replaced. Still has hard pull & vibration but now at lower speeds. Manufactor contacted all times but unable to remedy problem at this point. Vehicle dangerous at any speed above 40mph since vehicle will vear hard to the right especially upon acceleration.
Kia Sephia: every year compared
All Sephia years2002 Kia Sephia vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Kia Sephia | 6 | 0 | A | |
| 2002 Kia Sedona | 250 | 3 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Kia Sportage | 237 | 3 | D | Compare |
| 2002 Kia Rio | 152 | 1 | F | Compare |
| 2002 Kia Optima | 110 | 3 | B | Compare |
| 2002 Kia Spectra | 95 | 0 | C | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2002 Kia Sephia
Does the 2002 Kia Sephia have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2002 Kia Sephia right now. Recalls can be announced at any time, and this page checks NHTSA every day. You can also check your exact vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Kia Sephia?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the airbags (1), brakes (1), electrical system (1).
How many complaints has the 2002 Kia Sephia had?
6 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 28, 2001 and the latest on February 22, 2005. Of these, 2 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 1 injury and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 Kia Sephia a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 98 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Kia Sephia year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Kia Sephia years have the most complaints?
1998 (491), 1999 (428), 2000 (266). See every Kia Sephia year compared.
What should I do if my 2002 Kia Sephia has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data