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Kia Magentis repairs by problem area

Engine (9%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (27%)

Suspension and Steering (18%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (18%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 11 repairs.
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Kia Magentis repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (9%)

$100 - $499 (27%)

< $100 (55%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Kia Magentis

Engine not specified

Kia in Ontario, Canada
Aug 2016 - Aug 2016
Aug 2016

106020 mi

C $120
Airbag light was on. Dealer checked it and replaced a bracket which had broken. 

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2007 Kia Magentis 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Kia in Manitoba, Canada
Feb 2007 - Jun 2011
Jan 2009

17360 mi
Engine block-heater defective. Replaced, together with wiring harness. 

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2007 Kia Magentis 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Kia in British Columbia, Canada
Oct 2010 - Dec 2011
Dec 2011

38440 mi
front sway bar connector rods worn out. replaced under warranty. 
Kia in Quebec, Canada
May 2011 - Aug 2011
Jun 2011

41540 mi

C $80
squeaky suspension front and back, no repair attempted, was told it's normal. Very evident when using hand brake and exit or enter the car 

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2006.5 Kia Magentis 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Kia in New South Wales, Australia
Aug 2009 - Dec 2012
Nov 2010

27900 mi
Sunvisor not staying up - replaced under original warranty. 

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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 

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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. 

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Kia Magentis Repair Histories

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