11 problems related to gasoline engine have been reported for the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Manufacturer's recall notice received, and contacted dealer. Consumer was give nan appointment for Jun 7, 2000. Can NHTSA shed some light on this matter.
The vehicle is cutting off in right turns. There was a recall on the vehicle for this problem. However, the dealer I have taken the vehicle to, has said the have performed the recall service, yet it is still cutting off and idling low in the turns. I have taken the vehicle back 6 to 7 times and they don't believe me and still have not been able to fix the car.
Tthe engine head broke. Nlm.
Engine cuts off while driving. Nlm.
Car at dealer 3 days, problem fixing locks, dealer paid for car rental.
This is the most unreliable vehicle that I have ever owned-someone should do something about all of these problems occurring with kia's. No safety defect (s) mentione din the summary.
While driving vehicle intermittently shut down without cause. Vehicle been in/out of dealer shop more then nine occasions, and condition cannot be resolved. Dealer/manufacturer notified.
When traveling at any speed the vehicle will cut off without prior warning . Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to determine the problem.
When this vehicle was driven off the lot it was in need of repairs, from the first complaint at the dealership I was told "OH that's normal for kia" I have traveled by tow truck more than in my new vehicle. I have been treated as badly from the dealership as by kia. Someone needs to stand up and force kia to face up to their responsibilities. Kia has never had to face a jury or judge in a court of law because they settle for less than most consumers have paid, I know for I will be forced to settle without help . I requested only to get what I paid minus mileage yet if I'm forced to settle my loss will be over $4,000. Lives will be lost unless we act soon.
Engine experiences trouble continuously.
While driving slowly or stepping on brakes the engine dies out without warning. Also, it just dies out when have to make an emergency stop. The vehicle will start back up, but will do the same thing again. In addition, engine dies when driving slowly over bumpy roads/slowing around corfners.