10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jun 202002

Sportage

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Vehicle started shimmying violently while going 60mph. Vehicle made a grinding noise in front end and grdually coasted to a stop. Vehicle was towed to a garage, and T frame fell to the ground. Dealer was not contacted. Please provide moe information.

- Glendale, CA, USA

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problem #2

May 242000

(reported on)

Sportage

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine check light comes on, and the vehicle makes a vibrating/humming noise. Also, vehicle does not shift into gear properly. Dealer has seen vehicle, and can't find the cause of the problem.

- Brentwood, NY, USA

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problem #1

Jan 171998

Sportage 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
When driving consumer noticed a knocking sound coming from the front end of the vehicle, consumer is also having problem with leakage inside the vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has attempted to correct the problem, problem still occurs.

- Valley Stream, NY, USA

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