10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,333 miles

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problem #3

Aug 202010

Sportage

  • 91,000 miles
Under normal usage two of the three rear seatbelts failed to release causing children to be stuck in seat. After seatbelts are freed from buckle they do not work correctly any more. New buckles have to be purchased which is difficult due to part availability.

- Gwinn, MI, USA

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problem #2

Aug 012001

Sportage

  • miles
Seat belt catch device releases the clip and seat belt from holder approximately 75% of the time I put on my seat belt. I have not replaced as the item was not deemed necessary by dealer that wanted $375 for replacement.

- Milwaukee, WI, USA

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problem #1

Feb 202002

(reported on)

Sportage

  • miles
Consumer was involved in a collision at 25-30 mph and safety restraint belts did not function properly, and driver sustaine dinjuries.

- Evans Dale, IA, USA

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