Structure Related Problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Sportage

Table 1 shows eight common structure related problems of the 2002 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 frame rust (five problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Kia Motor Sportage

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Frame And Members problems	7
Frame Rust problems	5
Door problems	3
Underbody Shield problems	2
Structure problems	2
Body problems	1
Hood problems	1
Dashboard Crack problems	1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Sportage

The Frame And Members problem

I am the original owner of a well taken care of, 59,000 miles, 2002 kia Sportage. I took the car for inspection and was informed the right frame rail at the mount is completely rusted so bad that you can put your fist through the hole. This is my only car and have to drive it to work. Read details...

The Frame Rust problem

I purchased a 2002 kia Sportage in February of 2017, after driving it for a couple months it all the sudden started rocking side to side uncontrollably while driving. When looking at the car we noticed the whole frame is rusted and falling apart. Read details...

The Door problem

Driver's side door stays ajar. Took vehicle to dealer, and was told that door was not off line, yet door will not close properly. Read details...

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