Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Sportage. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering idler arm (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Idler Arm problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems |
The contact owns a 2001 kia Sportage. While driving approximately 30 mph, a crack formed in the exhaust manifold. The stabilizer bar disconnected from the right ball joint while traveling at approximately 5 mph; at that point, the contact was unable to turn the steering wheel to the left. Read details...
2001 kia Sportage, stopped dead in the middle of a major highway. The consumer was unable to get a full alignment because the idler was defective, on 2 occasions the vehicle would not start and it had to be jump started, which was due to defective battery terminals, the radio, font brakes exhaust Read details...
Power steering is hard to turn at times, especially when cold from parallel parking spot. Dealer said they could not find problem. Problem unresolved. Read details...