Table 1 shows four common tire related problems of the 2000 Kia Motor Sportage. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the spare tire (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Spare Tire problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems |
This vehicle has multiple defects in which the manufacturer/dealer is unable or unwilling to correct. Car is a safety hazard. Many electrical problems, failing battery, electrical shocks, multiple blown fuses for windows, fuses blown prior to purchase but discovered within the first week of Read details...
The spare tire blew out while driving at 65 mph,spare tire was on vehicle at time, and damaged other vehicle components. This resulted in loss of control, and almost caused an accident. Read details...
On 07-03-07 at approximately 0700 hours I was traveling westbound on 1-10 in az. At 75 mph in kia Sportage when I experienced what I thought was blow out. I came to a full stop and observed that the driver's side rear tire experienced a full tread separation . Read details...