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2008 Kia Rondo repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (6%)

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2008 Kia Rondo 4dr Wagon

182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

100750 mi

C $1930
Scan and repair engine problem.. It was a collapsed vacuum hose. 
49000 mi After 10 months, the replacement transmission went out. Kia replaced due to 12-month warranty. 

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2008 Kia Rondo 4dr Wagon

162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

54560 mi Poor 2nd to 3rd shift. Dealer could not replicate so not repair performed. 
25420 mi Driving off from a cold engine automatic 2.4L (regardless of season) there's a noticeable "kick" harshness out of 1st gear / into 2nd. Dealer said there's no service bulletins, recalls, or other customer complaints. 

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2008 Kia Rondo Transmission Problems

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