1997 Kia Sephia air bags problems
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the air bags on the 1997 Kia Sephia — 15% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Dashboard warped and coming up and touching windshield. It is breaking or blocking the vent/defroster/defogger system. Therefore the windows barely defrost and this is a safety hazard. I know of two other people having the same problem with the dashboard. Also "door open" light remains on and…”
filed Sep 13, 2007
“Tl*the contact owns a 1997 kia sephia. The contact stated that the air bag light on the instrument panel remains illuminated. He does not know if the air bags are working properly. The dealer stated that there was nothing they could do, especially since his vehicle is not under warranty. The cost…”
filed Jul 16, 2007
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Air Bags problems in other Sephia years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Sephia | 18 | 17% |
| 2000 Sephia | 32 | 12% |
| 1999 Sephia | 37 | 9% |
| 1998 Sephia | 31 | 6% |
| 1996 Sephia | 11 | 9% |
| 1995 Sephia | 5 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1997 Kia Sephia
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.