2008 Kia Amanti
Only 25 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 25 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 25
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 25 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 73 |
| 2005 | 83 |
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 4 |
Known problem areas
Only 25 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
7 of 25 total reports mention: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Kia Amanti. The contact stated that when the vehicle does not operate everyday the battery will run dead. The sunroof will independently open. The contact also stated that the electronic panel failed to function.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-03-09
Also filed under Air bags
Power side view mirrors are moving while driving or when shifting transmission from park to reverse/neutral/drive.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-04
When adjusting the side view mirrors they just start moving on their own ...sometimes while driving ..
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-06-21
Suspension
4 of 25 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and front.
Power train
3 of 25 total reports mention: power train.
Air bags
3 of 25 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing driver clockspring/spiral cassette.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Kia Amanti. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-15
Also filed under Seat belts
Visibility
2 of 25 total reports mention: visibility, most commonly citing exterior and rearview mirrors/devices.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013-04-19Exterior lighting13V114000 Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year…
Remedy: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge.…
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Kia Amanti — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V114000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2008 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 2008 Kia Amanti?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Kia Amanti have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.