MYRModel Year Report

2004 Kia Amanti

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2004 Kia Amanti
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:34:04.694Z

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia Amanti Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 highlighted. 2004: 73 complaints 2004 2005: 83 complaints 2005 2006: 47 complaints 2006 2007: 15 complaints 2007 2008: 25 complaints 2008 2009: 4 complaints 2009
2004: 73 complaints
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YearComplaints
200473
200583
200647
200715
200825
20094

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 16%

16% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 12 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

ENGINE 15%

15% of complaints: engine — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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AFTER GETTING HOME LAST NIGHT FROM MY SISTER IN LAW'S GENDER REVEAL, I SAW SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE BONNET SO I OPENED IT QUICKLY AND SAW A FIRE BLAZING BEHIND THE ENGINE....WHEN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT GOT THERE, THEY POINTED OUT TO ME THAT THE FIRE...

NHTSA ODI report, 20210418

Also filed under ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing wiring.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
AIR BAGS 15%

15% of complaints: air bags — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing side/window and sensor/control module.

CRASH INJURY
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WHILE MAKING A LEFT THE CARD WAS STRUCK ON THE DRIVER SIDE (REAR PASSENGER DOOR) BY A PERSON RUNNING A RED LIGHT. THE IMPACT WAS SEVERE ENOUGH THAT MY INSURANCE COMPANY DEEM THE CAR A TOTAL LOSS. THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG WAS NEVER DEPLOYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160609

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO RESET THE CODE IN ORDER TO REPAIR THE FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20141112

HEAD-ON CRASH INTO DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER DOOR. AIR BAGS FAILED TO ACTIVATE. BOTH CARS TOTAL LOSSES, NOTHING REPAIRED OR REPLACED. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20061228

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 14%

14% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and fuel injection system.

CRASH
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UPON FILLING THE TANK OF THE KIA AMANTI, SHORTLY THEREAFTER, THE ENGINE WILL BEGIN TO SURGE AND REACT ERRATICALLY WITHOUT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060323

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Kia Amanti — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 Kia Amanti reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Kia Amanti?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 16% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 Kia Amanti have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.