One problem related to tailgate latch has been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1998 kia Sportage- tail gate cable is freezing up, called kia which has a recall on this part but no on my VIN. Having a problem opening tail gate.
| Door Latch problems | |
| Trunk Lid Lock problems | |
| Latches/locks/linkage problems | |
| Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems | |
| Tailgate Latch problems |