- Engine / equipment
- Kia Cee'd I (ED), petrol and diesel
- Period mentioned
- 2006–2012
- Symptoms
- In the ADAC statistics: battery (2008–2013), alternator (up to 2009), fuel pump (2008–2010), crankshaft sensor and immobiliser (2008–2009) and ignition. At the roadworthiness test: axle mounts and drive shafts failing early, tie-rod ends, dipped and rear lights out and weak brakes with worn discs.
- Possible cause described
- On the diesels, injectors and turbo are the classic weak points; the 1.4 has a chain and the 2.0 petrol a belt. Recalls: fuel-tank straps that rust through (up to 2010; replaced) and a possible failure of the primary brake circuit on cars with ESP.
- Check for the garage
- Check outstanding recalls by VIN (manufacturer, KBA or ADAC website) and have a garage inspect the points listed before buying or before the roadworthiness test.
- Cost cited in the source
- No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
KNOWN FAULT · Kia
Battery, fuel pump, axles and recalls on the Cee'd I
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to repair this fault?
No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.
A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.
Calculate estimateHow is it checked?
Check outstanding recalls by VIN (manufacturer, KBA or ADAC website) and have a garage inspect the points listed before buying or before the roadworthiness test.
What are the symptoms?
In the ADAC statistics: battery (2008–2013), alternator (up to 2009), fuel pump (2008–2010), crankshaft sensor and immobiliser (2008–2009) and ignition. At the roadworthiness test: axle mounts and drive shafts failing early, tie-rod ends, dipped and rear lights out and weak brakes with worn discs.
Which cars and years does it affect?
- Brands
- Kia
- Engine / equipment
- Kia Cee'd I (ED), petrol and diesel
- Period mentioned
- 2006–2012
Taking it to a garage?
Models with this entry
- Kia Cee'd (I)2006–2012
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