3.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
45,000 miles

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problem #1

Feb 162006

Sportage 4WD 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 45,000 miles
: the contact stated while driving 10mph in snowy conditions, the right front wheel dislodged from the axle. The vehicle was in 4 wheel drive when the incident occurred. It was pulled to the side of the road safely and was towed to the dealership for inspection. The vehicle received regular maintenance and inspection, and had passed state inspection in June 2005 at 32,000 miles. The vehicle is currently at the dealer awaiting repairs.

- Brockton, MA, USA

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