Brake Master Cylinder problems of the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage

Three problems related to brake master cylinder have been reported for the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Master Cylinder problem

Failure Date: 08/18/1998

When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor to stop. Dealer has adjusted the brakes and problem still exists. Master cylinder was replaced due to complete brake failure.

2 Brake Master Cylinder problem

Failure Date: 10/15/1996

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.

3 Brake Master Cylinder problem

Failure Date: 09/11/1996

Master cylinder replaced.




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