Sell your 2008 Kia Rondo for cash

The 2008 Kia Rondo is a wagon that came with a choice of 2.4L 4-cyl and 2.7L 6-cyl engines. At 18 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2008 Kia Rondo at a glance

Body styleMidsize Station Wagons
Engines2.4L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Automatic 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy18–19 city / 26 highway / 21–22 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$3,050–$3,200 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂404–423 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA2 configurations
Age18 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 18 years old, most of a 2008 Rondo's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a wagon, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Rondo. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 75,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

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2008 Kia Rondo recalls

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering the 2008 Kia Rondo. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Exterior LightingApr 2013 · NHTSA campaign 13V114000

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 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year…

Risk: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'ON' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved o

Air BagsJan 2012 · NHTSA campaign 12V014000

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 vehicles manufactured from september 13, 2006, through march 21, 2008. The clock spring contact assembly for the driver's side air bag…

Risk: If the clock spring develops high resistance, in the event of a crash, the drivers air bag will not deploy and will not be able to properly protect the driver, increasing the risk of injuries.

Fuel System, GasolineSep 2008 · NHTSA campaign 08V459000

Kia is recalling 6,680 my 2008-2009 Rondo lx and ex vehicles equipped with a 2.4 liter engine. The fuel pump may not operate properly resulting in not enough fuel getting to the engine. Poor engine starting, engine hesitation, and other impairment may result, and the check engine light may illuminate.

Risk: Unusually severe impairment while driving could expose the driver to the risk of a crash.

Common 2008 Rondo problems

Owners have filed 97 complaints about the 2008 Kia Rondo with NHTSA. 14 reports involved a crash. Owners reported 11 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags18
  • Fuel/Propulsion System16
  • Engine11
  • Vehicle Speed Control11
  • Steering8
  • Suspension8

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags75,000 mi
  • Fuel/Propulsion System100,000 mi
  • Engine70,000 mi
  • Vehicle Speed Control65,000 mi
  • Steering83,000 mi
  • Suspension100,000 mi

2008 Kia Rondo service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 19 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2008 Kia Rondo. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Equipment6
  • Electrical System1
  • Engine and Engine Cooling1
  • Equipment1
  • Exterior Lighting1
  • Power Train1

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSep 2021 · TSB_BOD055_R1

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsMar 2018 · PS539

    PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly c

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2017 · TSB-GEN085R1

    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsNov 2016 · TSB-GEN085

    TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA opened 1 defect investigation covering the 2008 Kia Rondo.

EngineDP22003 · opened Sep 2022, closed Dec 2023

Loss of Motive Power

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spa

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Selling a 2008 Rondo: questions

How much is a 2008 Kia Rondo worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2008 Rondo that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2008 Rondos that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2008 Rondo with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2008 Kia Rondo; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2008 Rondo?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Before you sell

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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