Wiring problems of the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage

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

1 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 05/05/2005

Dt the vehicle revs up to almost 2000 rpm's, the vehicle jerked then stalled. This has been going on for about 5 years. The vehicle has been serviced, but it keeps happening. There has been a recall on the vehicle, but the dealership stated that the service computer indicated that the recall repair was already done.

2 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 12/13/1999

The wiring harness failed prior to recall notice (99v-325) causing the check engine light to illuminate. Nlm.

3 Wiring problem

Failure Date: 02/01/1998

Wiring failure causing engine light to stay on.

4 Wiring problem

Electrical system wiring failed prior to rcall notice causing it to stall. Nlm.


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