One problem related to front seat belt buckle assembly has been reported for the 2000 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Kia Motor Sportage based on all problems reported for the 2000 Sportage.
: the contact stated while driving on a wet road, the contact lost control and struck a parked vehicle at 35mph and the front seat belt buckle assembly unlocked. Although the seat belt was properly locked, the buckle assembly released allowing the contact to sustain minor injuries. The vehicle was totaled due to the extensive damage. There is a NHTSA recall, # 04v305000, regarding the front seat belt buckle assembly. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the recall; however it is not included in the recall due to the VIN. The police were contacted and a report was taken.
| Seat Belt problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Buckle Assembly problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Anchorage problems | |
| Front Seat Belt Retractor problems | |
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