Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 2008 Kia Motor Sportage. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Train problems | |
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Transmission Gear Slipping problems |
Smoke was pouring out from the passenger front side of the motor compartment. The fuses for the abs (I think) were taken out so it would stop. I was a told a control module could have something to do with it. Read details...
Transmission "slams" when shifting from 2nd to 3rd after it has a chance to warm up. This occurs from either a stand-still or when it has been rolling and shifts to a higher gear. I have taken it to the dealership and they are not aware of any other issues of this type, but I had another Read details...
Check engine light came on from day one. Almost always when tank of gas was at the 3/4 mark. Compressor makes loud noise after idling a while, and transmission slips and does not change properly. Read details...