One problem related to fuel injector has been reported for the 2002 Kia Motor Sportage. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Kia Motor Sportage based on all problems reported for the 2002 Sportage.
: the contact stated when the temperature was below 40 degrees; there was an odor of gasoline. Prior to the contact's purchase, the fuel injector ports and rings were replaced. The vehicle had not been inspected by a mechanic. Updated 12/28/2006 - the vehicle has been inspected by a mechanic on several occasions but the fuel odor is still present. The previous owner informed the consumer that this had been on ongoing problem when he owned the vehicle.