One problem related to accelerator pedal has been reported for the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When vehicle was shifted into reverse it experienced sudden acceleration and hit another vehicle. Dealer determined that throttle pedal was stuck, causing vehicle to accelerate without applying pressure to the pedal.
| Speed Control Linkage problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems |