2008 Kia Carens Kia Carens 2008

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2008 Kia Carens repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (44%)

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

Other (0%)

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2008 Kia Carens

Engine not specified

66000 mi

£1000
Car had the clutch go,constant reving,hand brake that never worked despite full renewal,3 door locks snapped,regular light bulb blow outs,broken seat belts...worst car ever had before head gasket blow out in August made me see sense and scrap it. 

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2008 Kia Carens 4dr Wagon

turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD

91700 mi

£265
Dpf and egr removed and cleaned before replacement. 
77000 mi

£80
Power steering and alternator ceased to operate during wet weather. Suspected slippage of drive belt. Update: The issue with the drive belt only occurred twice both during periods of heavy rain. No root cause could be identified by the dealer. 

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2008 Kia Carens Engine Problems

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