general problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage

Five problems related to tire have been reported for the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tire problem

Failure Date: 11/09/2002

Tire had less than 40% wear and are blowing out at 70 mph. 3 out of 4 have blown out. Dt.

2 Tire problem

Failure Date: 06/01/2001

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.

3 Tire problem

Failure Date: 04/13/2001

Tires are wearing low- was told to replace at 22,000 miles will need to replace- warranty will not cover then for they are not worn down enough. (dot number: 5mul tiresize: p205/75r15).

4 Tire problem

Failure Date: 12/11/1999

Two wheels out of balance, dealer also noticed wear pattern on tires, possibly related to wheels being out of balance, no tire information given.

5 Tire problem