Table 1 shows one common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Sportage.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems |
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sportage. The contact stated while attempting to open to the front driver's side door from the inside of the vehicle, the contact heard an unknown part inside the door fall, and the door required to be opened manually by pulling on the exterior door handle. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was inspected, and the contact was informed that the vehicle would not be repaired unless the manufacturer contacted the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 103,841.