1998 Kia Sephia steering problems
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 1998 Kia Sephia — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 1998 kia sephia. The contact was reversing from a parking space when he heard an unusual click. The steering wheel began to lock yet the contact was able to move the wheel. He proceeded to drive to his residence as the steering became increasingly difficult. The contact…”
filed Aug 4, 2010
“Rear drum brakes squealed loudly, and it did not feel as if they were working in moist conditions. Also, a steering gear bracket weld cracked, making it difficult to steer vehicle. At low speeds consumer had difficult maintaining control. Steering wheel was flopping around. *ak”
filed Apr 19, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Steering problems in other Sephia years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 Sephia | 9 | 3% |
| 1999 Sephia | 23 | 5% |
| 1997 Sephia | 7 | 3% |
| 1996 Sephia | 3 | 3% |
| 1995 Sephia | 3 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1998 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.