2006 Kia Amanti problems
The Kia Opirus is an executive car/full-size sedan, manufactured by Kia Motors and marketed over a single generation for model years 2003–2012 globally and 2004-2009 in North America. Having debuted internationally at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, the four-door, five-passenger, front-engine, front-drive sedan was launched to the North American market at the New York International Auto Show and in San Diego, bearing the Amanti nameplate — and prioritizing luxury content and comfort over dynamic performance and agility.
Intended to give Kia upward access to global premium markets, the Opirus represented a departure for the brand in both styling and market positioning. Developed over 22 months at a cost US$167 million (€143 million), 18% of the overall development cost went to R&D investment and 41% to development of production technologies.
As Kia's first premium vehicle, the Opirus replaced the Mazda 929-derived Enterprise in the South Korean domestic market. The Opirus was also the first Kia vehicle sharing a platform with sister company Hyundai, using a variation of the third generation Hyundai Grandeur/XG Y4 platform. For the Opirus, the platform was lengthened 1.9 inches, overall length increased 4.1 inches and height increased 2.6 inches. As Kia's largest sedan, the Opirus was marketed in a single trim level, sharing components with the Grandeur/XG, and a range of engines including its 3.5 L V6 engine (North America). All models were manufactured in Kia's Hwaseong Plant near Incheon.
A 2007 facelift, introduced at the 2006 Paris Auto Show, included upgraded specifications, a curb weight reduction of 250 pounds, revised suspension and a 3.8 L V6 engine (North America) with a 32-percent increase in power over its predecessor. Styling revisions included a shorter and wider grill, revised hood, headlamps, front and rear bumper fascias, alloy wheels, trunk deck lid, tail lamps, dual exhaust outlets and rear quarter panels. The interior featured a revised instrument panel design.
The name Opirus referred to the ancient city of Ophir, noted for its wealth — and was selected via an online survey from the choices of Opirus, Regent and Conzern. In 2004, the New York Times described the name Amanti as an untranslatable latinate construction, intended to connote luxury.
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Common 2006 Kia Amanti problems
The Kia Amanti, a full-size sedan produced by the South Korean automaker, has had its share of issues over the years. Based on complaints from owners, some common problems with the 2006 Kia Amanti include:
- Battery Drains: This issue has been reported by several owners of the 2006 Kia Amanti. The car's battery can drain due to various reasons, including a faulty alternator, a parasitic draw, or a dead battery.
- Antitheft Problem: Some owners of the 2006 Kia Amanti have reported an antitheft problem that prevents the car from starting. This issue is often caused by a faulty immobilizer system or a problem with the car's wiring .
- No Crank, No Start Problem: This issue can be caused by various factors, including a faulty starter motor, a dead battery, or a problem with the car's wiring. Some owners of the 2006 Kia Amanti have reported that this issue can be solved by a simple one-click solution .
- Intake Manifold Gasket Leak: This issue can cause the car's engine to misfire or stall. The intake manifold gasket can leak due to wear and tear or exposure to extreme temperatures.
- Vacuum Line or Throttle Body Gasket Leak: This issue can cause the car's engine to idle roughly or stall. A cracked/broken vacuum line or a throttle body gasket that is leaking can cause this issue.
- Headlight Bulbs Keep Burning Out: This issue has been reported by some owners of the 2005 Kia Amanti. The headlight bulbs can burn out due to various reasons, including a faulty wiring or a problem with the car's electrical system.
These are some of the common problems with the 2006 Kia Amanti based on complaints from owners. It is important to note that not all cars of this model will experience these issues, and some may have unique problems not listed here. If you own a 2006 Kia Amanti and are experiencing any of these issues, it is recommended that you take your car to a qualified mechanic or dealership for diagnosis and repair.
How many miles will a Kia Amanti last?
great styling, safety features, reliability, warranty, and pretty good gas mileage. But did you know that you could easily keep a 2004 Kia Amanti on the road well past 100,000 miles? We did. In fact we surpassed 170,000, and the engine still purrs.
Is the Kia Amanti a luxury car?
The Amanti is Kia's first big luxury car. It's smooth and quiet out on the road; comes with a V6 engine that delivers adequate performance; and is roomy and comfortable.
What year did Kia stop making the Amanti?
| Kia Opirus | |
|---|---|
| Also called | Kia Amanti |
| Production | 2003–2011 |
| Model years | 2003–2012 |
| Assembly | South Korea: Hwasung (Hwasung Plant) Russia: Kaliningrad (Avtotor) |
What is the gas mileage on a Kia Amanti?
Based on data from 7 vehicles, 364 fuel-ups and 108,360 miles of driving, the 2005 Kia Amanti gets a combined Avg MPG of 19.34 with a 0.31 MPG margin of error.
2006 Kia Amanti car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Kia Amanti problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2006 Kia Amanti vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2006 Kia Amanti
The NHTSA has received 47 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2006 Kia Amanti. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2006 Kia Amanti vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-07-15
- VIN: KNALD124265
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THIS KIA AMANTE IS A 2006. I HAVE 132633 MILES ON IT. LAST MONTH, I GOT AN "AIR BAG" LIGHT ON THE DASH. I TOOK IT IN TO THE LOCAL KIA DEALERSHIP, THEY CHARGED ME $100 TO TELL ME THE THE AIR BAG IS NO LONGER OPERABLE. THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE. IF I GET IN AN ACCIDENT, THE AIR BAGS WILL NOT WORK. AS THE CAR STILL LOOKS AND RUNS LIKE NEW, I DO NOT WANT TO GET RID OF IT. SHOULDN'T A VEHICLE MANUFACTURER HAVE PARTS AT LEAST FOR 13 YEARS?
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-30
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: PULLED OUT OF A PARTING LOT ONTO A STREET. TRIED TO ACCELERATE TO INCREASE SPEED BUT NOTHING HAPPENED...THEN JERKS INTO MOTION. DANGEROUS SITUATION WITH ONCOMING CARS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-10-15
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: AIR BAGS NOT FUNCTIONAL STATIONARY AND/OR IN MOTION ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC CONTROLS WOULD NOT LOCK/UNLOCK AUTO DOORS WHILE STATIONARY OR MOVING RADIO PUSH BUTTONS NOT FUNCTIONAL LEAVING IT UNUSABLE AT ALL TIMES
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-09-09
- VIN: KNALD124265
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 3 DIFFERENT TIMES THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WITH THE ENGINE ON AND THE A/C WAS ON. THEN I WOULD PUT IT IN DRIVE AND AFTER ABOUT 1-15 MINUTES OF DRIVING, THE CAR LOST POWER, AND WHEN YOU PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR, THE ENGINE WOULD NOT REV, THE CAR KEPT ON SLOWING TO A FULL STOP. PUT THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK, LET ENGINE RUN FOR A FEW MINUTES, THEN THE CAR WOULD DRIVE FORWARD. THE FIRST TIME IT DID THIS, JUNE 10 2016, WE HAD TO CALL A TOW TRUCK AND TAKE IT TO NALLEY KIA IN LITHONIA, GA. THEY FIXED IT, OR SO WE THOUGHT. THE 2ND TIME IT HAPPENED, JULY 5, 2016, MY HUSBAND WAS WAITING FOR MY SON, WHILE HE WAS PARKED, HE HAD THE A/C RUNNING. WHEN HE PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE, IT DROVE/MOVED FOR 5-6 MINUTES AND LOST POWER WHILE THEY WERE DRIVING, PULLED IT OVER, WAITED ABOUT 10 MINUTES, THEN IT DROVE AGAIN. THIRD TIME, 9/9/16, WE WERE AT THE GROCERY STORE, I WAITED IN CAR, WITH THE A/C RUNNING, WHEN HUBBY GOT INTO THE CAR, WE DROVE FOR ABOUT 500 FEET, THE CAR LOST POWER, WAITED A FEW MINUTES, THEN DROVE IT FOR ABOUT ANOTHER 200 FEET. PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT, TURNED OFF CAR FOR 10-15 MINUTES, STARTED IT AND IT DROVE HOME WITH NO PROBLEMS. WE TESTED IT THE NEXT DAY AND RAN THE CAR ENGINE, IN OUR DRIVEWAY, FOR 20 MIN WITHOUT THE A/C ON, I DROVE IT AND HAD NO LOSS OF POWER. THIS IS SCARY, THERE COULD'VE OF BEEN ACCIDENTS.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-08-10
- VIN: KNALD124065
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHEN PUSHING THE GAS PEDAL AFTER STOPPING FOR A LIGHT, ENGINE IS SLUGGISH AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. HAD IT IN THE REPAIR SHOP SEVERAL TIMES, CLEANING THE ACCELERATOR POSITION SWITCH CONTACTS, AND VARIOUS OTHER WIRING CHECKS. THE LAST REPAIR REPLACED THE COMPUTER CONTROL MODULE AT A COST OF MORE THEN $2,000. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN REPORTED MANY TIMES BY OTHER OWNERS ON THE REPAIRPAL WEB SITE. SO FAR, NO RECALL NOTICE HAS BEEN ISSUED. KIA IS REAPING THE BENEFITS OF ALL THE PROBLEMS WE ALL HAVE BEEN HAVING.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-29
- VIN: KNALD124865
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
- Summary: CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DIAGNOSED AS THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. CAR RAN SLUGGISHLY FOR A SHORT WHILE, THEN THAT STOPPED, LIGHT WENT OFF. TODAY, LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. BACKING OUT OF A PARKING STALL IN A MALL, THE ENGINE ACCELERATED WITHOUT TOUCHING THE GAS PEDAL, CAUSING THE CAR TO LURCH UNCONTROLLABLY BACKWARDS, ABOUT TEN FEET. FORTUNATELY, NO PEDESTRIAN WAS BEHIND THE CAR, BUT IF THEY HAD BEEN, THEY WOULD HAVE BEEN INJURED OR WORSE. CALLED KIA, THEY SAY THERE IS NO RECALL ON THIS SENSOR, AND IT IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY. FROM SEARCHING THE INTERNET, IT APPEARS THIS PROBLEM IS WIDESPREAD.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-01
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STATIONARY POSITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 10 MPH. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR ONCE THE VEHICLE WARMED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED A COMPUTER BOARD AND THE FAILURE WAS REMEDIED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED SIX MONTHS LATER. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 75,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-07
- VIN: KNALD124065
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE BECAME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 7,000. UPDATED 03/18/16*LJ *CN
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-03-02
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: SLUGGISH ACCELERATION, LOST POWER, UNABLE TO MOVE CAR OFF ROAD WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MY FAMILY ON FIVE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN REPORTED BY MANY PEOPLE UNDER THE REPAIR PAL WEB SITE (SEE BELOW) "ANOTHER PERSON REPORTED THE "ACCELERATOR POSITION SWITCH MAY FAIL AND CAUSE SLUGGISH ACCELERATION" PROBLEM ON THEIR KIA AMANTI" TO VIEW THEIR REPORT, CLICK HERE: HTTP://REPAIRPAL.COM/ACCELERATOR-POSITION-SWITCH-MAY-FAIL-AND-CAUSE-SLUGGISH-ACCELERATION-023 THANKS FOR VISITING REPAIRPAL! THIS PROBLEM HAS COST ME OVER $2000 FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE CARS COMPUTER BOARD AND REPROGRAMMING OF SAID BOARD. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-30
- VIN: KNALD124065
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: PASSENGER RIGHT FRONT MARKER LIGHT GOES OUT -REAR RUNNING LIGHTS GO OUT- DASH BOARD LIGHT GOES OUT, ALL INVOLVE AN EVER- BLOWING 10 AMP FUSE THAT KIA, AFTER 4 YEARS AND THREE "EXPERTS" CAN'T SEEM TO SOLVE AND REPAIR. *TR
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-12-22
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT STATED THE STEERING WHEEL VIOLENTLY MOVED LEFT TO RIGHT AFTER A COMPLETE STOP WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED ON THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT BOTH CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13550000 (SUSPENSION). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-05-14
- VIN: KNALD124X65
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: AFTER DRIVING THE CAR SLOWLY LOST POWER, MY FOOT WAS ON THE GAS, BUT IT WOULD NOT GO ANY FASTER. I NOTICED THIS PROBLEM SEEMS TO HAPPEN AFTER THE CAR HAS IDLED FOR LONG PERIODS. THEN IT GETS POWER BACK AFTER CAR HAS LEFT TO SET 30 MINUTES TO AN HOUR. THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 OR 4 TIMES THIS YEAR. ON THE INTERSTATE AND CITY. LEAVING ME AND MY FAMILY STRANDED EACH TIME. SO FAR THIS HAS JUST HAPPENED IN THE HOTTER MONTHS. ONCE IT SITS IT DOESN'T HAPPEN AGAIN. MAKING IT HARD TO TAKE ANY WHERE TO GET IT CHECKED OUT. THE CAR STEREO ALSO IS COLD NATURED FOR SOME REASON. IN THE WINTER IT LIKES TO CHANGE STATIONS OR CDS UNTIL THE CAR HAS WARMED UP. I HAVE NEVER HEARD OF THIS. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-23
- VIN: KNALD124365
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG CONTROL SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 77,000. UPDATED 12/01/14*LJ UPDATED 8/31/2017*CN
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNALD124365
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLIDE ON A PATCH OF ICE AND THEN CRASHED INTO A GUARD RAIL. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED LACERATION OF BOTH THE UPPER AND LOWER LIPS, INCLUDING A BUMP ON THE HEAD. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED OF THE INCIDENT. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WITH THE IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AND TOWED TO COLLISION CENTER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 140,000. JS
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-12-05
- VIN: KNALD124565
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CAR WOULD NOT PICK UP SPEED AS WE WERE LEAVING FROM A COMPLETE STOP TOOK CAR IN 2008 AND FOUND THE IGNITION SENSOR WAS BAD, IT WAS REPLACE CAR RAN GOOD, 2012 CAR STARTING WITH SLOW SPEED AT ACCELERATION, CHANGED SPARK PLUGS, THROTTLE SENSOR, 2 IGNITION SENSOR. NOTHING HELPED. TOOK CAR TO DEALER, KIA KEPT CAR FOR 3 DAYS AND COULD NOT FIND THE TROUBLE. KIA DEALER CALLED AND NOTIFIED ME IT WAS BEST TO TRADE IN CAR BECAUSE IT WAS NOT WORTH FIXING. AS I READ REPORTS FROM OTHER KIA CAR OWNERS IT SEEMS EVERYONE HAS THIS PROBLEM WITH THE AMANTI BUT AS I WAS TOLD AND MANY OTHER CAR OWNER ARE INFORMED KIA DEALERS CAN NOT FIND THE PROBLEM. KIA NEEDS TO FIND A FIX TO THIS PROBLEM AS A KIA OWNER WHEN I NEED TO PICK UP SPEED AND CAN'T MAKES YOU WONDER IT SOMEONE GOING TO HIT ME. *TR
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-04-19
- VIN: KNALD124365
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: ATTEMPTED TO CHANGE FLAT FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE. IN GARAGE ON FLAT SERVICE. USED JACK PROVIDED WITH VEHICLE. SCREW TYPE JACK. AFTER REMOVING FLAT TIRES, I HAD TO RAISE JACK TO PUT ON INFLATED TIRE. JACK COLLAPSED. DAMAGE TO UNDERCARRIAGE. JACK HEIGHT INSUFFICIENT TO ALLOW INFLATED TIRE TO BE INSTALLED. CAR WAS ON LEVEL SURFACE, TRANSMISSION IN PARK AND PARKING BRAKE APPLIED. THREADS ON SCREW JACK STRIPPED. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS PRODUCT. NEEDS TO BE RECALLED. THANKFULLY I HAD THE INFLATED TIRE AGAINST THE HUB WHICH PREVENTED THE CAR FROM FALLING ALL THE WAY TO GARAGE FLOOR. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD. *TR
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-02-20
- VIN: KNALD124265
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: IM DRIVING MY CAR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT JUST SLOWING DOWN ON ITS OWN I HAVE MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON IT WAS LIKE THE CAR WAS LOOSING POWER AND THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN, IT SLOW DOWN BEFORE BUT NO ENGINE LIGHT. IAM LUCKY BECAUSE I DO NOT DRIVE MY CAR OFTEN ALSO I DO NOT DRIVE ON EXPRESSWAYS OR HIGHWAYS BECAUSE IF I HAD WHO KNOWS WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF MY CAR STARTED SLOWING DOWN OWN ITS OWN. NO ACCIDENTS YET. *TR
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-06-14
- VIN: KNALD124765
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT FIND THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 85,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-15
- VIN: KNALD124665
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 78,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 82,000.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-09-01
- VIN: KNA1D124X65
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MOMENTS AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING UNDER 10 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 22,000.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-08
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNALD124165
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: CV AXLE SEPARATED FROM TRANSMISSION..UPDATED 11/03/11 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, AND IT SKIDDED TO A STOP, CROSSING INTO THE NEXT LANE. THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER AND FENDER. THE DEALER FOUND THE BALL JOINT AND PASSENGER FRONT AXLE HAD SEPARATED. UPDATED IVOQ 02/29/12
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-21
- VIN: KNALD124X65
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING THREE TIMES THIS WEEK ON TRIP. THIS OCCURRED TWO YEARS AGO AND KIA DEALER COULD NOT "DUPLICATE" THE PROBLEM. THE CAR ENGINE DOESN'T STOP BUT IT'S AS IF IT GOES INTO NEUTRAL; LIKE THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGES. IT THEN BUCKS, ACCELERATES, AND DIES. AFTER ABOUT AN HOUR, IT'S FINE. *TR
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-11
- VIN: KNALD124165
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SOMEONE WAS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT MALFUNCTIONED. THE AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINED OFF WHEN SOMEONE WAS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER WHO STATED THAT THE DEALER HAD TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM BEFORE ANY REPAIRS COULD BE MADE. THE MANUFACTURER ALSO STATED THE PASSENGER SHOULD SIT IN THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE IF THE CONTACT FEELS IT'S UNSAFE TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE CONTACT STATED THE SAFETY ISSUE COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES IF A CRASH OCCURRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 36,965.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-01-17
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNALD124965
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA AMANTI. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH AND BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN IN ORDER TO MAKE A TURN. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE THERE WAS A LOW ENGINE POWER RESPONSE WITH HESITATION. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS APPLIED NUMEROUS TIMES, AND THEN SUDDENLY AN EXCESSIVE ACCELERATION OCCURRED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A HOUSE. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THERE WERE NO PERSONAL INJURIES. THE VEHICLE AND THE HOUSE SUSTAINED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 49,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-19
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNALD124765
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN PARKING AND TRYING TO PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE OUR 2006 AMANTI KIA LURCHED FORWARD AND ACCELERATED DOWN THE STREET. I WAS THE PASSENGER AND HAD UNBUCKLED MY SEAT BELT IN PREPARATION OF GETTING OUT OF THE CAR. SEEING THAT I WAS NOT BELTED IN, I LEANED OVER AND SAW THAT MY HUSBAND HAD HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKES AND NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR. THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE, NOR COULD THE CAR GEAR DOWN. THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING FASTER AND FASTER. THE CAR WAS STEERED AROUND A TURN AND FINALLY LOST CONTROL DUE TO THE SPEED AND CRASHED THROUGH TWO TREE SHRUBS, THROUGH A CLOSED GARAGE DOOR, TOOK OUT THE MAIN POST IN THE GARAGE, AND HIT THE PARKED CAR IN THE GARAGE. THE AIRBAGS WENT OFF AND THE CAR STOPPED. 911 WAS CALLED AND MY HUSBAND AND I WERE TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL. THE CAR WAS TOTALED! THE CAR HAD ONLY 20,000 MILES ON IT. NO LAWYER WILL REPRESENT US BECAUSE OUR INJURIES WERE NOT SEVERE ENOUGH TO WARRANT A SUIT AGAINST KIA FOR PRODUCT LIABILITY. *TR
Negative 2006 Kia Amanti car reviews
Positive 2006 Kia Amanti car reviews
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I noticed that you have been driving a 2004 Hyundai Sonata GLS and were impressed with its quality, styling, and performance. I can understand why you decided to upgrade to the bigger luxury Kia Amanti, which is only 6 inches narrower than a Lincoln Town Car. It's worth noting that Hyundai owns Kia, so you can expect the same level of quality and a fabulous warranty with your new car!
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My fiancé and I test drove many cars before trying out a 2006 Amanti on a whim. We fell in love with its classic styling, beautiful interior, and numerous options. When we took it for a spin, we knew right away that this was the car for us. It had the smoothest ride by far and reminded us of a Jaguar or Bentley. This car is perfect for comfortable cruising on the interstate, but it's not a sports car for those who enjoy driving on curvy roads at high speeds.
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We absolutely adore our stylish new car! We've been receiving so many compliments on its sleek design. Plus, it's incredibly comfortable and has a nice zip to it. Overall, we couldn't be happier with our purchase.
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share how much I've loved owning my Kia Amanti. It's such a sharp-looking car! My husband and I took it on vacation right after we bought it, and we received so many compliments from other travelers when we stopped for gas, food, etc.
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I can tell that you really enjoyed your '04 Amanti so much that you decided to trade it for a pre-owned '06. It's great to hear that you still love it!
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2006 Kia Amanti Problems and Complaints - 6 Issues
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2006 Kia Amanti Reliability - Consumer Reports
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Amanti Acceleration Problems | Page 2 | Kia Forum
The previous acceleration issues is still happening. It is now back in the shop. I forgot to mention previously that this vehicle only has 18,000 miles on it.
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Are you having problems with your 2006 Kia Amanti?
Cruz Welch 2024-10-20
It sounds like you're really enjoying the car! The interior is comfortable and spacious, and the engine runs quietly.
Paxton Frami 2024-07-22
I've been experiencing some front end problems since I purchased this car. Additionally, the transmission seems to be failing and the tires are of poor quality. Although the car needs some TLC, I believe it has great potential. With a little more attention from the Kia team, this car could be fantastic. It has a great body and gets good mileage. I hope they can address the minor issues that are causing some discomfort. After all, the car is new and should perform accordingly.
Tristian Denesik 2024-03-11
I really like the appearance of the Amanti. The sound system is fantastic and it's very comfortable to drive. I've driven 900 miles in one day and felt pretty good upon arrival. The gas mileage is okay on the highway (around 24 at 70), but it's not great around town (17). I noticed a review about chips in the paint and unfortunately, I have several on my white Amanti. The paint may be fragile, but the pearl white is stunning. The steering is a little numb and the throttle could be a bit more linear. The ride is comfortable, but the cheap tires are noisy and stiff. The ride motions need to be better damped without being harsher. I absolutely love the way the interior looks. I had one warranty claim to replace the master brake cylinder after 2 days and that was it.