TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 KIA RONDO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN BRAKING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGE FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD TO SHIFT INTO PARK FOR THE VEHICLE TO COMPLETELY STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS HOWEVER, THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND…
2008 Kia Rondo cruise control problems
severe 8 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
8
Recalls
0
Crashes
3
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
MY VEHICLE REVES UP HIGH WHEN I START IT AND WHEN I'M ON THE HIGHWAY IT WOULD JUST CUT OFF AND THERE'S GAS FUMES I SMELLINSIDE MY KIA, IT ALSO HESITATES WHILE DRIVING.
THERE WERE THINGS LEADING UP TO THE INCIDENT THAT I WAS NOT AWARE OF AS A PROBLEM AS THE ESC LIGHT WOULD GO ON, BUT THEN IT WOULD TURN OFF AND I WAS ALWAYS TOLD THAT I DON'T HAVE A PROBLEM WITH ANYTHING UNLESS THE LIGHT GOES ON AND STAYS ON, SO I NEVER HAD IT CHECKED. THE OTHER NIGHT AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD I HAD MY 2008 KIA RONDO IN CRUISE CONTROL. WHEN I NEEDED TO BREAK, THE CAR SLO…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 KIA RONDO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A POWER CABLE UNIT. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE RIGHT HAND. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED OF THE INCIDENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR FURTHER INSPECTION OF THE ACCELERATION FAILURE…
MY RONDO SPEEDS UP WHILE I'M DRIVING IT ON THE ROAD, AND IT SMELLS OF GAS INSIDE MY RONDO, IT RUNS HIGH WHEN I START IT AND THERE'S A HESITATION BEFORE IT DRIVES.
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2008 Kia Rondo?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $600.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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