Is the 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2007 Kia Rondo?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Kia Rondo have?

3 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Kia Rondo

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2007 Kia Rondo
RENDERED 2026-10-31T18:41:39.062Z

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: 117
Recalls: 3
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2007: 117 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2007	117
2008	97
2009	72
2010	9
2011	2

Known problem areas

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

Engine

21% · 24 reports

CRASHFIRE

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My engine caught on fire ...the fire was started near or around the fuel rail/ or injectors. I researched Kia recalls and other years and other models of Kia's were part of a similar risk.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-19

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Kia Rondo. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the temperature gauge reading increased into the red zone with a constant noise of flowing coolant. The engine was turned off.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-07-11

Also filed under Suspension

Service brakes

18% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic and electric.

CRASH

Air bags

16% · 19 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and side/window.

CRASHINJURYDEATH

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Tl* the contact owned a 2007 Kia Rondo. While driving approximately 80 MPH, the driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed head on into a tree. The air bags did not deploy. The vehicle was destroyed and the driver was fatally injured.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-01-10

My Kia front airbags did not inflate when I rear-ended another car in front of me on Friday afternoon. This is a brand new Kia Rondo lx. I since went to the chiropractor and had x-rays run.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-05-22

Also filed under Equipment

Exterior lighting

14% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing switch and headlights.

CRASH

Electronic stability control (esc)

12% · 14 reports

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2009-06-17Exterior lighting09V130000 Huyndai-Kia is recalling 139,844 my 2006-2007- sedona, sportage, sorento and my Rondo and amanti vehicles. The stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp…

Remedy: 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.

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2012-07-11Air bags12V014000 Kia motors america, inc. (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Kia optima vehicles manufactured from September 29, 2005, through January 29, 2008, and model year 2007 and 2008 Kia Rondo…

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the vehicle's air bag clock spring contact assembly, free of charge. The safety recall began on July 11, 2012. Owners may contact Kia customer…

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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.…

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2022-09-12Defect petitionClosed 2023-12-12 Loss of Motive Power

Buy-smart checklist

2007 Kia Rondo — pre-purchase inspection

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Engine: 24 reports on file for this year.
Service brakes: 21 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 19 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 09V130000 · Exterior lighting
Recall 12V014000 · Air bags
Recall 13V114000 · Exterior lighting

FAQ

Is the 2007 Kia Rondo 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 2007 Kia Rondo?: The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 21% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Kia Rondo have?: 3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.