£175 for the replacement of the washer jet on a KIA Stonic.

[Kiddokt]

Historically, washers have been covered under warranty; however, we have been informed today that this is no longer applicable, and the cost to repair one that is blocked and nonfunctional is £175. This appears excessively costly.

Has anyone else encountered a comparable experience?

[Istairde]

I recently updated mine on a Sorento; it was easy to remove without disassembling the scuttle, and pairs are available on Amazon for as low as £5.

[baelicious]

If they continue to be obstructed. Subsequently, it is essential to examine the underlying reasons.
I have not experienced a single block in over ten years of owning a Kia.


The primary cause of obstruction is the frequent interchange of washer fluid brands, as certain combinations do not blend effectively and result in sludge formation.

[NotePapa]

I would insert a hose into the washer reservoir to flush it thoroughly and refill it with a quality additive, consistently using the same product. Residue can be removed from the jets using a mixture of hot water and vinegar. While the jets are detached, I would also circulate clean water through the pipes to guarantee that the nozzles are also clean.

[Grundysp]

It is quite costly, and I would surely like not to replace it a second time.

I would like to ascertain the prices charged by other mainstream brand dealerships for the same service in 2026, regarding the claim of being 'very costly.'

[NotePapa]

Technicians can complete the task in minutes, and components were not costly during my tenure at Kia; however, I would recommend cleaning them initially, as various washer fluids may coagulate when combined.

[Mezuzzi]

I also advocate for the consistent use of the same washer fluid. I replenish the bottle prior to a service to avoid contamination from an alternative mixture. The dealer leaves a little concentration bottle in the vehicle following the service.

[Cassole]

I consistently purchase the ready-to-use solution. I previously utilised the mix-with-water variant in my wife's vehicle and stored some in a litre bottle, only to discover the formation of a black sludge, likely due to the tap water employed for mixing. Consequently, I now employ the ready-mix solution in both vehicles.