Common Problems with the
2009 Kia Venga

Buying Tips for 2009 Kia Venga

• Inspect the rear suspension trailing arm bushes and anti-roll bar links, as the firm factory damping puts high loads into chassis mounts on bumpy UK roads
• On 1.4 and 1.6 petrol models, listen for timing chain rattle on a cold start, which indicates oil neglect or a sticking hydraulic chain tensioner
• Slide and tumble the 60/40 split rear seats through their full adjustment travel to verify that latch cables and folding mechanisms operate smoothly
• Examine the panoramic glass sunroof (where fitted on high-spec trims) for slow tracking, dry runner channels, and moisture marks around the headlining
• Check the condition of the rear brake calipers and handbrake linkages, which frequently seize up on cars that cover low annual urban mileages