| Issue ID | 627092 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10188424 |
| Manufacurer | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Brand | KIA |
| Model | SEDONA |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| File date | 15/11/06 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONEN |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2005 kia sedona. In november 2006 the wheels began to vibrate, and made a loud noise when attempting to stop from 20 mph. The mehanic resurfaced the rotors, and cleaned and readjusted the rear drums. In february of 2007 the failure recurred. The same mechanic replaced the front brake pads and front rotors and readjusted and cleaned the rear drums again. On march 1, 2007, the noise returned and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. On march 7, 2007, the failure returned and the vehicle was taken to the dealer. The front rotors were resurfaced and the rear drum was readjusted. Currently, the failure is occurring again and the contact is not pleased that it happens very two months. The brakes have not failed again yet, but the vehicle feels as if it may shut off. The current mileage is 47,700 and failure mileage was 38,000. *ak |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 38000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | BIRCHWOOD , TN |
| VIN pattern | KNDUP131256XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 16/05/05 |
| Was original owner? | Y |
| Anti-lock brakes | Y |
| Cruise control | Y |
| Number of cylinders | 6 |
| Drive train type | FWD |
| Transmission type | AUTO |
| Vehicle speed | 20 |
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| Dealer's name | PREBUL AUTOGROUP |
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