Two problems related to cruise control have been reported for the 1999 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Upon being at a stop engine revved, and vehicle accelerated, landing in an intersection; which caused a collision. Consumer's vehicle hit a semi truck. Upon impact, the air bags did not deploy. Due to a previous incident vehicle was in cruise control mode. However, vehicle accelerated, and took off on its own. Consumer had to slam on brakes to stop the vehicle.
Seat belt would continuously chime. The air bag light stays on after starting vehicle. Vehicle would start erratically. Door frame would leak. Convertible top did not stay closed. Vehicle would idle at 2000rpms when slowing down & almost stall out. Will be taking vehicle to dealer.
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Speed Control Linkage problems |