Rear Suspension Springs problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage

Two problems related to rear suspension springs have been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Rear Suspension Springs problem

Failure Date: 09/16/2004

While driving spring from the left rear driver side wheel came off. Vehicle was towed.

2 Rear Suspension Springs problem

Failure Date: 04/17/2002

Consumer states that the right rear coil spring snapped and separated from the vehicle due to rust. The manufacturer will be notified. Nlm.




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