Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2001 Kia Motor Sportage. The number one most common problem is related to the frame and members (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the body (six problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Frame And Members problems | |
| Body problems | |
| Structure problems | |
| Frame Rust problems | |
| Bumper problems | |
| Underbody Shield problems |
My 2001 kia Sportage began to swerve and was all over the road. I brought it to a repair shop that told me the frame was rotted were the stabilizer connected to the chassis. Honda has the same problem and recalled the vehicle. Read details...
Tl-the contact owns a 2001 kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle begin to shake, the brake warning indicator illuminated and the brakes failed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the frame corroded and Read details...
Fuel tanks rust out quick. I noticed smell of gas, and replaced tank immediately. No damage was done, just concern for others. Poor design captures moisture between fuel tank and skid plate. This has cost me 250. Read details...