One problem related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings has been reported for the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Anti- lock brake/dash light comes on frequently indicating abs not working, pedal does not feel normal, goes down roughly making abnormal sound, increase in stopping distance, dealer changed master cylinder/pads/rotors/ bled sensor and brake line, repaired seven times.