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Kia Servicing & Repairs Oldbury
Kia servicing, diagnostics, and repair using Kia-compatible diagnostic tools, correct specification oils and fluids, and parts matched to your model and powertrain.
Why book with us
Kia Servicing & Repairs Oldbury with clear advice.
Kia vehicles — from Picanto and Rio through to Ceed, Sportage, and the EV6 electric — represent excellent value and reliability with extended manufacturer warranties. We use professional diagnostic equipment that reads Kia control units and can service all Kia powertrains.
As an independent garage in Oldbury with over 30 years in the West Midlands, we carry out full Kia servicing and repair at significantly lower cost than main dealers. Kia warranties are protected when we use correct-specification parts and follow manufacturer service schedules.
Kia diagnostic equipment
Professional tools for fault code reading and Kia-specific system diagnostics across all models.
Extended warranties supported
We service all Kia models and Kia warranties are protected under aftermarket parts regulations.
Petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric
1.2 petrol, 1.5 diesel, hybrid and EV6 electric powertrains.
Common Kia models
Known faults we fix on Kias
The problems we see most on these models, and what you will notice first.
Kia Sportage (SL)
2010–2015, 1.6 GDi, 1.7 and 2.0 CRDi
- DPF blocking on CRDi dieselsA particulate filter warning on cars that mostly do short trips.
- Dual-mass flywheel wearRattle at idle and vibration when pulling away.
Kia Sportage (QL)
2016–2021, 1.6 GDi, 1.6 T-GDi, 1.7 and 2.0 CRDi
- Carbon build-up on GDi petrol enginesRough idle, misfires and hesitation as carbon collects on the intake valves.
- DPF blocking on CRDi dieselsRegeneration warnings and reduced power on town-driven cars.
Kia Ceed (JD)
2012–2018, 1.0 T-GDi, 1.4 and 1.6 GDi, 1.6 CRDi
- Carbon build-up on GDi enginesLoss of smoothness at idle and misfire codes on higher-mileage cars.
- DPF blocking on 1.6 CRDiParticulate filter warnings on diesels used for short trips.
Kia Sorento (XM)
2009–2015, 2.2 CRDi
- DPF blockingWarning lights and limp mode when the car rarely gets a proper run.
- Dual-mass flywheel and clutch wearJudder when pulling away, especially when towing.
Kia EV6
2021 on, Electric
- Charging control unit (ICCU) faultsLoss of power, 12V battery warnings or charging problems; covered by a recall on affected cars.
- 12V battery drainThe car will not wake up or shows electrical warnings after standing.
Kia Servicing & Repairs Oldbury
What our Kia service covers
Clear expectations, no surprises. If anything extra is needed, we explain it first.
- Kia inspection and servicing to manufacturer schedules.
- Service interval reset and digital service record entry.
- Automatic transmission fluid changes where applicable.
- Timing chain inspection on Kia petrol engines.
- DPF diagnosis on diesel models.
- Hybrid and electric vehicle servicing and advisory.
Kia Servicing & Repairs Oldbury
Common questions
- Can you service my Kia with the manufacturer warranty intact?
- Yes. Kia warranties are protected when you service using correct-specification parts at recommended intervals. We can service all Kia models and keep your warranty valid.
- My Kia has an extended warranty — will you honour it?
- Yes. Extended warranties covering Kia vehicles are valid as long as servicing is done to the schedule with correct-specification parts. We can help ensure your warranty protection is maintained.
- Do you work on the Kia EV6 electric car?
- Yes. We can advise on EV6 maintenance including tyres, brakes, and routine checks. High-voltage battery and powertrain repairs are beyond independent garage scope, but routine servicing is straightforward.
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