PROBLEM GUIDE
Here's what owners are experiencing, based on our research of real owner reports and repair data.
Last updated March 2026
42
repairs reported by owners
2006–2014
Model years affected
$15,000+
Typical repair cost, by problem
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Start my diagnosis →Vehicles catch fire while parked and unattended, some destroying adjacent property
Check engine light: Off
Multiple reports of vehicles catching fire while parked and unattended, with some incidents destroying adjacent property. This is a distinct failure mode from fires triggered by driving conditions or specific wiring circuits — a fire with no operator input or warning is a particularly severe class of safety defect.
Rear door opened while driving at highway speed, infant aboard
Check engine light: Off
Rear passenger door opened while driving at highway speeds with an infant in a car seat aboard — a severe real-world instance of a now-confirmed cross-manufacturer sliding-door pattern (Honda, Toyota, Dodge/Chrysler, and now Kia — four manufacturers, four consecutive minivan nameplates in alone).
Front suspension collapsed at 54,000 mi
Check engine light: Off
Front driver's side suspension collapsed at 54,000 miles due to coil spring failure; separately, lower control arm corrosion/fracture is addressed under Campaigns 16V387000 and 13V550000 — two independent suspension-failure mechanisms on the same nameplate.
Vehicle reached 90-100 mph with a stuck accelerator
Check engine light: On
A severe unintended-acceleration event with the vehicle reaching highway speeds well above normal before the driver regained control; engine damage suspected as a result.
Catastrophic engine destruction, extremely high repair estimate
Check engine light: On
Corroded coolant line caused catastrophic engine destruction at 80,000 miles, with a $20,000 repair estimate cited — one of the highest single repair costs documented.
Starting difficulty due to a defective anti-theft control module
Check engine light: Off
Starting difficulty due to a defective anti-theft control module. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 378 owner reports on file.
An updated timing chain tensioner corrects noise on startup
Check engine light: Off
An updated timing chain tensioner corrects noise on startup. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 198 owner reports on file.
AC compressor clutch fails
Check engine light: Off
AC compressor clutch fails. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 121 owner reports on file.
A software update is available to correct transmission issues
Check engine light: Off
A software update is available to correct transmission issues. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 116 owner reports on file.
Kia issues a new alternator to replace a weak one
Check engine light: Off
Kia issues a new alternator to replace a weak one. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 76 owner reports on file.
Removing the power supply fuse for twenty seconds fixes a failed CD player
Check engine light: Off
Removing the power supply fuse for twenty seconds fixes a failed CD player. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 71 owner reports on file.
Ignition coil fails
Check engine light: On
Ignition coil fails. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 63 owner reports on file.
Door handles stick or jam in cold, wet climates
Check engine light: Off
Door handles stick or jam in cold, wet climates. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 50 owner reports on file.
No sound from the speakers
Check engine light: Off
No sound from the speakers. This is among the more frequently reported issues on this generation, with 10 owner reports on file.
This generation has confirmed recalls covering electrical/service brakes (Campaign 20V088000), hood latch (Campaign 16V389000), suspension/control arms (Campaigns 16V387000, 13V550000), and the stop lamp switch (Campaign 13V114000). Enter your VIN to get the confirmed, current recall picture for your specific car.
The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and is not a diagnosis. It is compiled from aggregated owner-reported data and publicly available sources, not from an inspection of your vehicle. Symptoms described here can have multiple causes, and the presence of a commonly reported problem does not mean your vehicle has it. Repair cost ranges are estimates that vary by region, shop, vehicle condition, and parts availability. Recall and service campaign information may be incomplete or out of date — verify current recall status with NHTSA or your manufacturer. MyGearGuru is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer; manufacturer and model names are used for identification only. Always consult a qualified technician before making repair decisions.
The most severe problem for this generation is vehicles catching fire while parked and unattended, with some incidents destroying adjacent property — a particularly severe failure, since it happens with no warning and nobody in the vehicle. Owners also report a rear passenger sliding door opening while driving at highway speeds with an infant in a car seat aboard.