3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,800 miles

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problem #5

Nov 191999

Sportage 4WD 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 85,000 miles
Kia refuses to include my 1997 Sportage ex 4WD in recall for 1997 Kia Sportages ex 4WD. Recall 1cmp005 to replace the engine control module (ECM) has never been performed. Also not sure that recall 2cmp014 on wiring has been performed. My main concern and the refusal from Kia is on the ECM.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

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problem #4

Dec 282001

Sportage 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
NHTSA campaign 99V325000; Kia issued an engine stalling recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. However, the engine stalled, and check engine light remained on.

- Holmes, PA, USA

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problem #3

Jul 152003

Sportage

  • Automatic transmission
  • 119,000 miles
This car is absolutely unsafe to drive; at any moment it may stall due to the faulty electrical system. I have had this car in for service numerous times and I have never gotten the problem resolved. I have simply had enough and would like some help.

- Levelland, TX, USA

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problem #2

Apr 111997

Sportage 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine stalls

- Parkland, FL, USA

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problem #1

Apr 011998

Sportage 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
This vehicle is garbage - both front window motors-replaced. Transmission replaced, and is now acting up again. Rear-end replaced, acting up, engine squeals, dealer can't hear it, burning anti-freeze smell upon warmup, temp gauge goes crazy, in 4WD vehicle does not want to turn, only wants to go straight, makings hard "clunking" noise if you attempt to turn. The Yugo was a better vehicle!

- Knoxville, TN, USA

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