Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage

Two problems related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe have been reported for the 1996 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 03/25/1999

While driving had noticed a burning odor. Took to dealer & informed consumer it was the oil that was burning, but odor still persisted. Lifted trunk for usage & noticed carpet had burned. A friend checked under vehicle & noticed a hole on top of muffler. Notified dealer & was charged to have muffler replaced.

2 Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problem

Failure Date: 02/10/1998

Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.


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