first owner 2017 Kia Sportage SX (NOTE SX specifically) AWD 2.0L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (4-cyl engine) (no recalls found) - EXCESSIVE Oil Consumption since early/mid 2023 and continues still today, [XXX]. We lose over 1 quart of oil every 1,000 miles, did not discover this until an oil change in early 2023 how low our oil was. No leaks then, no leaks now, oil maintenance performed, we have meticulous records and have been to the #1 Cochran Robinson Township Kia dealership where they have perform Kias required Oil Consumption Test that we've paid for. 1st set of test failed each time, dealership performed deep clean, and since there was only 3/4 quart loss, Kia had no further responsibilities. too busy with our small business over the holidays, started Oil Consumption test, again [XXX]. Every single time we hit 1,000 miles (monthly) we are down over 1+ quarts of oil, with no leaks anywhere. Added 40 ounces of oil (I have photos) a few days before we decided to get the Oil Consumption test again. PLS NOTE: There are quite a few MODELS and ENGINES listed in recalls or perhaps lawsuits for excessive oil consumption, our SX model 2.0L Turbo Gas Direct Injection (4 cyl) specifically is not. Over the past 7 months, we have lost over 8 quarts of oil, and have had 2 maintenance oil changes in between, part of normal maintenance. Looking online there are thousands of posts regarding Kia Excessive Oil Consumption, Kia states losing 1 quart every 1,000 miles is acceptable" How can this not cause a hazard to us drivers, engine could blow due to oil going somewhere or into the environment, etc" IF you require all of the service records for the oil changes, etc. I have them all. Thank You Sincerely [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Mc Kees Rocks, PA, USA

Driving as usual and all of a sudden no acceleration. No warning lights at all. Started smoking. Towed to Flynn-??s. They said there is a known oil consumption issue and the motor locked up. Communicated with KIA and they say to have it looked at - at a cost. Said it-??s not under warranty. But is a likely know issue!

- Kittanning, PA, USA

My check engine light came on several monthsago. I replaced the gas cap three times! This did not seem to remedy the problem. The check engine light would come on shortly thereafter. I've been parking my car away from buildings and home and I have noticed that the grassy area where I park has died on the left hand side (the driver side) where I park. There must be a leak. I can hear gurgling from the gas tank! There is a a ping sound shortly after I shut off the vehicle. I'm very worried that my car is going to catch fire! You can hear gurgling (soon after engine is running) I have had the oil changed and asked if they could look at the undercarriage to see if there was anything unusual going on they did not see anything. Also, the throat of the fuel tank keeps getting rusty. The outter entrance always gets grimy. I guess water and or rain must be leaking down into the entrance. I have never owned a car where I had to continuously maintain the gas fuel tank entrance area! In summary, there are three problems. An emissions problem related to the fuel tank gurgglng and leaking fuel. Second, the throat of the fuel tank keeps rusting. Three, the entrance of the fuel tank. it's always dirty, and grimy as if something has leaked inside! it needs constant attention. I will be taking my car in to do recall replacement repairs soon. I will ask them to check the fuel emissions problem as well at Crain Kia in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

- Greenwood, AR, USA

We were driving steady at about 45 mph and the RPM gauge rubbed at random just once every time. It has happened more than once we don't change your speed or anything it just rubs up to about 5000 RPM and go back to normal and does it sporadically

- Mcdonough, GA, USA

Engine light came on smell of gas when you lift hood

- Greeneville, TN, USA

This happened twice in 10 days. Once while driving and once in parking mode with vehicle on - suddenly the vehicle loses power, cannot accelerate, power steering is lost, and 3 panel lights turn on simultaneously: Battery, oil, check engine. Both times by turning off and restarting engine I have been able to continue driving, power is restored and panel lights turn off. Have taken both times to Kia service southside/jacksonville fl and they have not been able to identify the cause, therefore unable to fix a potentially very dangerous and life-threatening situation if this continues to happen, especially while driving. Extremely concerned!

- Ft Lauderdale, FL, USA

I was on the street driving pulling out in traffic. When I tried to give gas car made idle sound but did not move. I was in middle of street. Not first time happening..advised nally Kia dealership. Did not help me.

- Lithonia, GA, USA

My brand new 2017 Kia sporage ex vehicle stopped without any warning while I was driving in the middle lane of a busy street and almost got me killed. There was an accident trying to avoid hitting me because of the vehicle stopping. I was terrified. The police came and the vehicle was towed.

- College Park, GA, USA

Fuel line seems to be clogged? when I step on the gas sometimes the car doesn't go but the rmp's rev up. Seems like it wants to stall or just no go. This happens even while just driving down the street and then giving the car gas to speed up; not just at stop and go;

- Deerfield Beach, FL, USA

Dealing with oil loss since last year, single owner new vehicle. First time no oil towed to fayetteville nc Kia where they said nothing was covered under warranty because I had the oil changed somewhere else. I paid for tow and repair which basically involved adding oil jumping battery in morning. They should have known about a part recall on the oil pan per the Kia female repair rep at pinehurst Kia in southern pines nc where I had it towed to when battery died a couple of days later. Again they found no oil but oil splattered underneath in engine and spoke with Kia national consumer in ca at that time. They confirmed the issue, and changed oil and called for part. Returned 2 weeks later just to have oil checked and again no oil. Xalled Kia national again. Was told to self manage for reimbursement from fayetteville nc Kia manager by dealing with him myself. 2 months of failed contact attempts ensued. Last week on way back from unc children's oncology with son, brakes and steering locked up again. Close to accident. Toeed to ronald macdonald house 0.7 mi away, again no oil. Put oil in. Also smoke and smell of burning electrical something frkm engine for some time. Next morning paid to tow to university Kia chapel hill. Found out my case # had been erroneously closed. Now dealing with case manager tammy who I havent been able to contact. Case number now is 12908741. A new car obviously acts this way when there is a big issue and nobody at Kia would help me. Now I sit at my sons bedside with a dead 2017 Kia Sportage at university Kia where brandon is trying to put together all past receipts. My son was dx'd last month and no I do not know where each receipt is, I have been at the hospital more than at home. I have had to apply for fmla from my job as well. I expect an have read of many issues with Kia and this oil issue as well as past recalls. Rented car 10 23

- Vass, NC, USA

The car was running then lost power while driving up a hill on a street. It would not accelerate, then shut off. It would restart, idle for 10 seconds and die.I took to the dealership. It only had 20000 miles.

- Tehachapi, CA, USA

On November 16, 2017 I picked up my daughter from school, she asked me to turn on the heater that she was cold, when I turned on the heater, within a minute the whole cap of my Kia Sportage was engulfed in a terrible gas odor, which both my daughter and I became dizzy and nausea. I immediately opened all the windows and drove a short way to my parents house. I drove my Sportage staight into the dealership with my mom and daughter following me in her car. I dropped the car off at the dealership. The next day savage Kia called me and stated I should pick up a loaner that they would have my car for approximately a week. When my dad and I went to the dealership to pick up the loaner, we asked what was the issue with my Sportage, the service manager stated that they contacted Kia assistance to diagnose the issue, that gas was spurting out from the injectors and into my engine, that the SUV had a defective ( faulty fuel injector and housing in it) my father then stated to the service manager that that could of killed my son and granddaughter if the gas would of sparked in the engine and also stated luckily my son is not a smoker or they would both be dead. The service manager did not deny the issue was a serious issye. When I contacted Kia Corp to file a complaint they were like robots, like there only responsability is to fix the car, nothing happened so it's all good. I stated to them that I really do not want to drive this car and asked them if they could give me another one. They stated this is not a option. The only thing they compenstated me with was one lease payment. Could you please inform me what my options are. I just do not feel comfortable driving this vehicle and I am very upset that Kia did not have any compassion towards there vehicle potentially causes great harm or death to my seven year old daughter. Thank you very much for your time.

- Sinking Springs, PA, USA

Engine failure occurs while in motion on city streets - 2X in one week. Towed both times. Dealer unable to detect problem, said to just drive it and call if it happens again. Gas smell when this happens.

- Cedar Park, TX, USA

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, a strong fuel odor emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer were it was diagnosed that an animal chewed the plastic fuel line and caused a fuel leak. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,900.

- Mount Prospect, IL, USA