Driveshaft problems of the 1999 Kia Motor Sportage

Two problems related to driveshaft have been reported for the 1999 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Driveshaft problem

Failure Date: 07/17/2001

Vehicle had driveshaft replaced every 20,000 miles due to wear. Consumer believed that when the vehicle is driven on wet road condition, water is getting into the seal. Dealer was notified. Please provide any further information.

2 Driveshaft problem

When driving consumer noticed vibration coming from front end, also, upon depressing brake pedal or when releasing brake pedal, consumer noticed a noise coming from vehicle. Problem felt like sticky calipers. Consumer believed that problem was linked to the driveshaft. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer was unable to determine the cause of the problem. Please provide any further details.




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