Structure Related Problems of the 2006 Kia Motor Sportage

Table 1 shows two common structure related problems of the 2006 Kia Motor Sportage. The number one most common problem is related to the body (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (one problem).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Kia Motor Sportage

Problem Category Number of Problems
Body problems
5
Structure problems
1

Recently reported Structure problems of the 2006 Kia Motor Sportage

The Body problem

I previously complained of repeated stuck accelerator pedal. At 179,510 miles accelerator pedal began twisting out of its standard position. An inspection revealed the bolt securing the accelerator pedal and the threaded hole in floor cracked and separated from the floor   Read details...

The Structure problem

No failure/crash/injury to myself or anyone I know, but design complaint that could result in injury. My 2006 kia Sportage received good crash test ratings, which is why I purchased the car. I have 1 child, under 3, who's car seat is in the middle of the back because the owner's manual states car   Read details...


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