Table 1 shows twelve common structure related problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage. The number one most common problem is related to the door (13 problems). The second most common problem is related to the trunk lid (four problems).
All four windows get stuck, doors lock and unlock by themselves, vehicle is trying to shift into 4x4 while vehicle is in motion, air conditioner works 1 out of 4 times, latch opens on back of vehicle while in motion. Black tarry dust on front tires. Read details...
Center consol lid broke unable to open- replaced with new one. Read details...
Extreme corrosion at rear of frame where axle is supported ready to collapse and will require remediation to prevent frame failure. Read details...