7.0

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
8,439 miles

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problem #3

May 052003

Sportage 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 25,317 miles
In May 5, 2003 I took to inspect the car for a noise at the back. Its like being on a plane for departure. I was told by the dealer that the back differentials was damaged. It only had 25,317 mileage in 2003. I could not believe that. This year 2005 a inspect the car at wester auto I was told the differential is damage. At the store I was told they have seen others Kia Sportage with the same problems. I also when to ped boys. Also, they said verb there were problems Kia differential. At wester auto I change the back bearing thinking that will fix the noise. Kia dealer estimate the repair for $865 on 2003.

- Bayamom, PR, USA

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problem #2

Sep 291998

(reported on)

Sportage 4WD

  • miles
Rear differential failed causing noise in the rear end of vehicle.

- Newark, NJ, USA

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problem #1

Jul 201997

Sportage

  • miles
Rear differential exploded, causing wheels to lock.

- Pembroke P, FL, USA

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