Issue ID | 451313 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10050033 |
Manufacurer | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
Brand | KIA |
Model | SEPHIA |
Model Year | 2001 |
File date | 03/12/02 |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Water is leaking into the vehicle onto the passenger side floor. When this occurs in cooler temperatures and the defroster is engaged the water is evaporated. This causes moisture to develop onto the window. This reduces the driver's visibility. This is an on going problem, but the dealership is unable to locate the source of the water leak. Please provide more information. *ph 2001 kia sephia experiencing a problem where water leaks into the vehicle on the passenger side floor. There is also a problem with moisture developing on the windshield which is impairing the driver's visibility. Consumer also concerned of a mold that is growing on the vehicle's carpet.*mr |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 2421 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | FLORISSANT, MO |
VIN pattern | KNAFB121115XXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 20/08/01 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 4 |
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Transmission type | AUTO |
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