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2001 KIA SPORTAGE in home
I was given my KIA(Keep in Asia) in Dec. 2005, that was the only winter it worked; Daddy bought it for the 4-wheel drive. That is irony at its best. My husband had replaced everything possible, for someone who is not a mechanic. That piece ...read more / reply »
KIA SPORTAGE in pinson,tn
Same thing happened to me. Was it your front wheels or your back wheels. They told me that a plastic bag was the cause of it and they said it was a road hazard. They told me that the insurance company was responsible for it and they are ...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Little Rock, AR
2001 kia sportage with no airbag. customer stated that the dealership took the driver side airbag out before they sold the vehicle. the consumer realized the air bag was missing when she went to use the horn and found the leather was not...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Columbus, OH
When i turned the exhaust on in the car there was a very strong gasoline smell to the point i had to turn it off and open the windows. there has been several complaints filed on the internet concerning this same problem. i feel since this ...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Dighton, MA
Fuel pump mounting plate and gas tank leaking fuel.
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Sylvania, OH
In january, 2007, my 2001 kia sportage was making a loud, straining engine sound. took the car to be repaired and was told i need a cooling fan blade assembly. my car was out of warranty so i didn't take it to the dealer. i had less than...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Sylvania, OH
My 2001 kia sportage had a strong gas odor for a couple of weeks. i was told by the dealer to get a new gas cap. the odor became stronger and i took the car in for repair at an independent service station. i was told i needed a new gas ta...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Sylvania, OH
My 2001 kia sportage had a strong gas odor for a couple of weeks. i was told by the dealer to get a new gas cap. the odor became stronger and i took the car in for repair at an independent service station. i was told i needed a new gas ta...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Poca, WV
Tl contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. while driving 25 mph, the contact smelled gas coming from the vehicle; however, the odor intensified when the vehicle was parked. a private mechanic examined the vehicle and found that the fuel tank wa...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Edmond, OK
The fuel tank on my 2001 kia sportage developed a fuel leak on the bottom of the tank caused by corrosion. this leak happened about a year ago and i made a temporary repair.
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Port Huron, MI
Tl contact owns a 2001 kia sportage. while driving 75 mph, the vehicle began to make a popping noise under the hood. the check engine light illuminated, the vehicle would not accelerate, and the contact smelled smoke. the contact shut of...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Charlotsville, VA
Tl contact owns a 2001 kia sportage. while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a continuous leak coming from the fuel tank. he also smelled gas while driving at any speed. the dealer had not been notified. the current and failur...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Hollister, MO
I started taking my 2002 kia sportage to the dealer and it had a clunking sound in the back. i took it in and the technician said he thought it was the muffler and it was loose so he kicked it with his foot and sent me on my way. i got a n...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Hollister, MO
I started taking my 2002 kia sportage to the dealer and it had a clunking sound in the back. i took it in and the technician said he thought it was the muffler and it was loose so he kicked it with his foot and sent me on my way. i got a n...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Toledo, OH
Tl contact owns a 2001 kia sportage. when the heat is activated, a strong gaseous odor comes through the vents. the vehicle was taken to a shop, but the mechanic could not find anything wrong. the vents were not cleaned and no components...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Raleigh, NC
Tl contact owns a 2002 kia sportage. while driving 55 mph, the engine roared. the dealer stated that the manifold cracked and repairs were made. the current mileage was 83,846 and failure mileage was 18,000.
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in East Alton, IL
Tl contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. the contact detected a strong gaseous odor while the vehicle was parked in the garage. he looked underneath the vehicle and noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank. the dealer stated that his vin was ...
2005 KIA SPORTAGE in San Juan, PR
Front suspension problem; a lot of noise, kia dealer has replaced a lot of part of the front suspension, is practically new. but they have not found the problem yet, since i bought it on may, 2005. this causing a lot of big vibrations when ...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Franklin Park, IL
I own a 2000 kia sportage, the gas tank was leaking from the bottom of the tank. i took it to the dealer, and they told me that the tank rusted out on the bottom, needed to be replaced, and the fuel pump and fuel sensor unit also need repl...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Franklin Park, IL
I own a 2000 kia sportage, the gas tank was leaking from the bottom of the tank. i took it to the dealer, and they told me that the tank rusted out on the bottom, needed to be replaced, and the fuel pump and fuel sensor unit also need repl...
1999 KIA SPORTAGE in New Tazewell, TN
We noticed yellow streaks over time on the hood where the engine block and radiator are positioned. i have never had any trouble with overheating or any other problem of that nature. but eventually the clear coat began peeling and chipping ...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Fort Collins, CO
Action # ea06-007-fuel tank leakage in 2002 kia sportage. i took the car to the dealership for service on 7/03/07 complaining of gas odor. i was charged to fix the roll over valve because it was said to be leaking externally. i took the...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Ocean Springs, MS
Tl contact had a 2000 kia sportage. while driving 45 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. the vehicle had not been taken to a mechanic. the contact believed that the vehicle should have been included in nhtsa campaign id number 99v...
1999 KIA SPORTAGE in Rochester, MN
Loud noises from the a/c & heater under the glove boxes final conclusion the unit stopped blowing and makes a loud noises when switch.
2006 KIA SPORTAGE in Olympia, WA
Tl contact owns a 2006 kia sportage. the contact stated that the vehicle was parked for approximately 45 minutes when it suddenly caught fire. the vehicle was towed to a shop and inspected. the repair shop stated that the failure was due...
1999 KIA SPORTAGE in Rochester, NY
I own a 1999 kia sportage. it has developed a leak in the gas tank. it has corroded prematurely.
2005 KIA SPORTAGE in El Paso, TX
While finding a parking spot my vehicle lost power and suddenly quit. after restarting it, i found a parking spot and just before the vehicle was put in park, it stalled again. apon leaving to go home, a 10 mile trip,each time i came to a s...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Troy, NY
I own a 2001 kia sportage ex, it is leaking gas from the gas tank area.
1999 KIA SPORTAGE in Lancaster, PA
Vehicle was towed to shop / no start fuel pump inoperative, rust found in fuel filter, fuel tank leaking externally ( rusted through ).
1999 KIA SPORTAGE in Lancaster, PA
Vehicle was towed to shop / no start fuel pump inoperative, rust found in fuel filter, fuel tank leaking externally ( rusted through ).
1999 KIA SPORTAGE in Lancaster, PA
Vehicle was towed to shop / no start fuel pump inoperative, rust found in fuel filter, fuel tank leaking externally ( rusted through ).
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Holderness, NH
Tl contact owns a 2001 kia sportage. the contact smelled gas coming from inside and outside of the vehicle. the dealer has not inspected the vehicle. the contact's husband inspected the vehicle and noticed two holes in the fuel tank. th...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Endwell, NY
Tl contact owns a 2002 kia sportage. while driving 65 mph, the contact heard a loud bang and then the vehicle decelerated and shut off. he noticed white smoke coming from the rear. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Groveland, NY
While driving my 2000 kia sportage i started smelling gas i pulled over and looked under the vehicle and found gas leaking i had a mechanic look at it and he informed me gas was coming out of the top of my gas tank by where the fuel pump an...
2006 KIA SPORTAGE in Fayetteville, NY
Tl contact owns a 2006 kia sportage. while driving in reverse downhill, the contact's daughter applied the brakes and the vehicle accelerated. she applied the emergency brake, but the vehicle continued to roll backwards at approximately 1...
2005 KIA SPORTAGE in Andover, OH
Vehicle started to shift improperly and the engine "revved" itself while in park with the air conditioning on. a week or so later, car lost power while trying to park without warning. taken to the dealership who found nothing wrong using th...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Atwater, OH
Tl contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. while driving 35 mph, two of his fan blades fell off the vehicle. the contact bought new parts to perform the repair himself. the vehicle has not been repaired at this time. the purchase date was unk...
1998 KIA SPORTAGE in Clarksville, TN
I own a 1998 kia sportage 4wd. i have access to alldata.com. i have recently performed some engine work to my vehicle and came across a recall that caused me some concern. number: kt2006050901 is listed as a possible concern for "certain 19...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Black Creek, GA
Traveled approximately 50 miles from home, 96 degrees outside, and heard loud noise. pulled to side of road and turned vehicle of. -picked up pieces of what turned out to be fan blade from middle of highway. after looking inside the hoo...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in San Matoo, CA
Consumer received recall letter concerning the engine cooling fan however, the dealership that the vehicle was purchased from is no longer in business. consumer is seeking assistance for this matter . the consumer provided a copy of rec...
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Tucson, AZ
On 07-03-07 at approximately 0700 hours i was traveling westbound on 1-10 in az. at 75 mph in kia sportage when i experienced what i thought was blow out. i came to a full stop and observed that the driver's side rear tire experienced a ful...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Seymour, TN
Tl contact owns a 2002 kia sportage. the vehicle was under recall regarding the engine fan. while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle burst into flames. the fire began when the engine overheated, which caused the fan to crack and s...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Porchester, NY
Tl contact owns a 2002 kia sportage. the contact received recall notice # 07v161000 (engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan). the kia dealer is not accepting any new appointments until october of 2007 for the recall repair. the con...
2001 KIA SPORTAGE in Sedro Woolley, WA
The polypropylene cooling fan blade broke off while i was traveling at 60 mph on the freeway, puncturing the radiator, breaking the cowling, and puncturing a hose. the results being the sportage was towed to the repair shop and the repairs ...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Unknown, DC
2002 kia sportage customer states that the fan was broken before the recall notice was sent. one of the blades went through the radiator and should kia pay for it*
2000 KIA SPORTAGE in Royal Oak, MI
Tl contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. the contact noticed a huge puddle underneath the vehicle. he looked underneath the vehicle and saw the bottom of the fuel tank was wet with fuel and was dripping. there is a fuel leakage which he suspe...
2002 KIA SPORTAGE in Perry, FL
Cracked cooling fan made the vehicle stop running.
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