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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-KIA-RONDO
2007 · kia

kia Rondo problems

1 safety recall. 117 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
17 reports · avg $3,100
moderate
airbags
16 reports · avg $1,100
critical
lighting
13 reports · avg $250
severe
brakes
9 reports · avg $450
severe
electrical
6 reports · avg $850
moderate
seatbelts
6 reports · avg $500
moderate
steering
6 reports · avg $700
moderate
suspension
6 reports · avg $900
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Rondo · airbags
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RONDO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS NOT WORKING AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 192,000.
12/28/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11163799.0
2007 Rondo · airbags
I HAVE A 2007 KIA RONDO WITH A DEFECTIVE STOP LAMP SWITCH WHICH CAUSES THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL MALFUNCTION LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE AND THE BRAKE PEDAL DOES NOT CONSISTENTLY DEACTIVATE CRUISE CONTROL WHEN IT IS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS A SAFETY RECALL DONE ON THIS PART, HOWEVER…
12/28/2012 · NHTSA ODI #10490363.0
2007 Rondo · airbags
PASSENGER AIR BAG "OFF" LIGHT COMES ON EVEN THOUGH A PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT WITH SEAT BELT FASTENED. SOMETIMES IT WILL GO OFF WHEN A PASSENGER SITS IN THE SEAT, AND AT OTHER TIMES IT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, REGARDLESS OF HOW MANY TIMES PASSENGER REPOSITIONS IN THE SEAT OR…
12/23/2017 · NHTSA ODI #11056198.0
2007 Rondo · electrical
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RONDO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHEN THE A/C WAS ACTIVATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO…
12/23/2014 · NHTSA ODI #10667951.0

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severe NHTSA 09V130000 17/04/2009

HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES

ANY OF THESE MALFUNCTIONS, ALONE OR IN COMBINATION, MAY LEAD TO A CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 17, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Kia Rondo reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 117 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Kia Rondo is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Kia Rondo?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 17 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Kia Rondo has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Kia Rondo?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 117 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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