One problem related to accelerator pedal has been reported for the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving 10-20 mph applied on brakes and without warning brakes did not function. Consumer then tried to shift vehicle manually; however, transmission malfunctioned, resulting in a head-on collision. Driver sustained major leg injuries. Consumer adds that the accelerator was stuck. The air bags failed to deploy.