general problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage

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

1 Wheel problem

Failure Date: 07/15/2001

Wheel assembly becomes "loose" and requires routine tightening by dealer. Loose wheel causes safety hazard & potential for loss of control as well as needless damage to remaining hub assembly and drive train components totaling as much as $3,500 per incident to repair.

2 Wheel 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.

3 Wheel 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.


Other Wheel related problems of the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage

Wheel problems
3
Wheel problems
3
Wheel Cover/hubcaps problems
1


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