Table 1 shows two common suspension related problems of the 2008 Kia Motor Sportage.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Rear Axle Spindle problems | |
| Ball Joint problems |
The contact owns a 2008 kia Sportage. The contact has experienced several failures with the vehicle ever since its date of purchase. While driving 30 mph, the instrument panel gauges illuminated and began to fail. Soon after, the vehicle failed completely; however, the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to her destination. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the electronic steering control module failed. The vehicle was repaired. Two months later, the contact noticed a noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was then taken to a local repair shop and it was determined that the two front strut bolts were loose from the spindle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed to take the vehicle to the dealer for further inspection. The failure mileage was 900 and current mileage was 4,230.
This car is 12 years old and is unsafe to drive. That is what the mechanic just told me when I tried to get an alignment. The whole rear subframe is rusted out. Which is ridiculous for a 2008 vehicle. Car pulls drastically to the right also needs new ball jointsalso needs a new oxygen sensor.