general problems of the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage

Three problems related to electrical system have been reported for the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 06/09/1999

Short in electrical system, dealer would not repair because mileage was 1,200 over warranty coverage of 36,000. ( dot number: tire size: p205/75/15 ).

2 Electrical System problem

Failure Date: 07/01/1998

While traveling the vehicle indication lights would come on without warning. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.

3 Electrical System problem

Intermittently electrical system became inoperable, resulting in circuit continuity. Dealer has inspeceted the vehicle.

Other Electrical System related problems of the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage

Underhood Wiring problems	5
Wiring problems	4
Electrical System problems	4
Ignition problems	4
Horn Assembly problems	2
Starter problems	1
Battery problems	1
Dash Wiring problems	1

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