2002 Kia Magentis Kia Magentis 2002

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

2002 Kia Magentis repairs by problem area

Engine (17%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (50%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

Select a problem area

Need advice about a specific Kia Magentis problem?

Chart based on 6 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2002 Kia Magentis.

2002 Kia Magentis repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

Worried about potential repair costs? An extended warranty can provide peace of mind.

Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Kia Magentis

Engine not specified

Kia in Ontario, Canada
Jan 2011 - Aug 2012
Feb 2011

135780 mi

C $186
Blew another brake line. This is the second one in the last 6 months.  
Nov 2011

143840 mi

C $490
Brake lines leaking 

Return to top

2002 Kia Magentis 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Kia in Ontario, Canada
Jun 2010 - Mar 2011
Jul 2010

110980 mi

C $850
Original alternator and battery replacement  Brake line replaced (was leaking) 
Mar 2011

121520 mi
Heater core broke down Cost of part (dealer only) ~$360 plus 10-11 hours to repair! Decided to scrap car. Donated car to "Make-A-Wish" Foundation in Ottawa, Ontario CANADA 
Kia in British Columbia, Canada
Nov 2010 - Mar 2017
Mar 2011

93000 mi

C $1200
Right front wheel bearing failure. 

Return to top

See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.

2002 Kia Magentis Repair Histories

See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. To see how frequently 2002 Kia Magentis problems occur, check out our car reliability stats.