Frame Rust Problems of Kia Motor Sportage

The clutch went out on our kia Sportage and when we had it at the auto mechanic, he told us, the frame was so rusty it was a major safety issue. We were alarmed to hear this considering we used this car to transport our grandchildren sometimes and thought about would could have happened. Currently we do not even want the clutch repaired as we have been told not to consider even driving it unless the frame sub rails/floor are replaced. I have since read other reviews and have found similar alarming concerns. Kia should address this huge safety issue. We cannot drive the car, cannot fix the clutch, so it is just sitting at the mechanics. What do we do, just junk the car? what a cost infringement. We will never purchase another kia, nor will people that we inform of this issue. I shudder when I think about what could have happened, especially driving on the highway. Please advise. . .

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I purchased a 2002 kia Sportage in February of 2017, after driving it for a couple months it all the sudden started rocking side to side uncontrollably while driving. When looking at the car we noticed the whole frame is rusted and falling apart. This is a huge safety problem, especially when it was being used to transport my children.

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We have religiously cleaned our 2002 Sportage with under washing to keep under carriage as clean as possible. . . Yet we are told the frame is too rusted, with holes and cannot be inspected or driven safely. . . We have less than 90,000 miles on it. Why hasn't there been a safety recall on this frame issue. . . The dealer just said "now is the time to buy another vehicle!" their warranty for 10 years or 100k miles is not helpful for those of us that put on few mile per year! never buy a kia. . . Ever. . .

My car has rusted significantly underneath the vehicle. . To the point where it appears that it rusted the frame and shock absorbers. My car was made in korea. . . Wonder if these imports have to adhere to the same standards as american made cars with underbody treatment? also the fuel backs-up out of the gas tank. . . When in try to get the replacement part. . . I have been give numerous parts which do not fit from the dealer. Also brakes have been replaced and rooters ground down but they keep having problems.

Frame is rusted through.

Rear frame rust/rot is incredibly excessive. Noticed today while checking tire pressure. Entire underside of frame is completely rusted through. Rear cross member in terrible shape. Visible deterioration happened quickly. Purchasing the car in 2012 there was no sign of rot on the frame. Now I feel uncomfortable driving the car, or selling it to someone else for that matter. As a mechanical engineer, the integrity of the square tube frame is compromised to the point that safety in a rear end collision is in question, any kind of trailer load would be impossible and unsafe. Really a danger to the general public because it could fail at any time.

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I just tried to get my kia Sportage inspected and was told by two different places the frame is rusted right out and I shouldn't even be driving it. I just looked online about the problem and there are alot of complaints and feel there should be a recall to fix the problem. The car is fine otherwise. If there is no recall I am going to be without a vehicle now because I cant afford another one.

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The contact owns a 2000 kia Sportage. The contact stated that the frame was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 101,066.

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I took my vehicle to a shop to get the oil changed and they noticed that the driver side rear of the frame is severely rusted out and needs replacement. Also the fuel tank is leaking at one of the seams in the corner of the tank. I have been told by people in the auto industry that this is a common problem with the kia Sportage. I have also seen numerous reports on the internet as well. It's only a 12 year old vehicle. I have had plenty of other vehicles much older without all of this kind of rust issue. This is ridiculous. Obviously there is some kind of defect with the materials being used. I surely hope the NHTSA will make Kia Motors recall these vehicles. Because it is a major safety hazard.

The frame where the rear stabilizer arm connects has completely rusted allowing the arm to fall away. The only thing supporting the arm now appears to be the fuel line which is attached to it. The rest of the frame is rusted out as well. There is not enough metal left to weld or repair. Had the arm broken the fuel line and sparked when it dragged on the road, this problem could have turned deadly. This is a very serious problem for a vehicle with only twelve years and 84k miles on the road.

My 2002 kia Sportage has 112,000 miles on it. After hearing a clanking noise from the rear of the vehicle I brought it to my local kia dealership. The rear frame has rusted out and needs to be replaced. Upon calling kia headquarters @800-333-4542 and speaking with richard I was told that "there is nothing kia can do to help. The vehicle's warranty on the frame is 5 years or 60,000 miles. " I was told by the service manager at the dealership that I could have it repaired at a body shop but the cost would be very high and would not be worth it. They would not consider buying it back from me either. They could call a salvage yard and get "a couple of hundred dollars" for me. I paid $17,000. 00 for this vehicle new in January 2003. Who expects the frame to be shot after 9 years?? I have looked on-line and see that this is a common problem with kia Sportages. Why was there never a recall? had there not been a noise coming from the rear of the car I can only imagine what could have happened to me or someone else on the road had the frame completely let go while I was driving.

The contact owns a 1999 kia Sportage. The contact took the vehicle for an oil change and was told that the frame of the vehicle was rusted completely. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where an engineer for the manufacturer inspected and determined that the rear frame was severely rusted and could not be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and the current mileage was 72,083.

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Purchased 2000 kia Sportage used. Had rear tires replaced and found frame rusted through and cracked at suspension which was ready to break off the vehicle. Unable to drive car at this time it is unsafe.

My 2000 kia Sportage has serious frame rust. The car is only ten years old and I am the original owner. I have taken very good care of this car and the stabilizer bar broke off of the frame and my mechanic states the frame is si rusted it is paper thin and advises not repairing as it would be hazardous. I think this should be subject to a safety recall due to the frame being structurally compromised. This is serious.

The contact owns a 2001 kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph, she heard an unusual clunk and the brake warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to apply the brakes yet the brake pedal fell much farther into the floorboard than usual. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where she was advised that the frame was severely rusted at the rear cross member. The mechanic stated that when the part fractured from the vehicle, it struck the brake line, causing the failure. The manufacturer offered to take the liability for partial repair costs. The failure and current mileages were approximately 140,000.

I have a 1999 kia Sportage with 55,000 miles on it. The entire frame is rotted and rusted out. Cannot drive the vehicle in safety. Will not pass inspection. I have 6 more months of payments I want to know what I can do about this? this is unacceptable. 3 dealerships would not even take it as a trade! I was told not to drive the vehicle because the gastank could fall down if I hit a bump in the road and the vehicle could explode.

My 2000 kia Sportage has serious frame rust. The car is only ten years old and I am the original owner. I have taken very good care of this car and can't understand why this would happen. There seem to be many of the same complaints on this. I think this should be subject to a safety recall due to the frame being structurally compromised. This is serious. The frame on the right side of the vehicle is almost broken in two pieces.

Frame rusted.

While my 2000 kia Sportage was on the lift for an oil change and tire rotation the mechanic noticed major frame rust. Said it was unsafe to drive and a potential hazard in an accident if not noticed prior. Would like kia to address this issue.

Frame has rusted out from under, one side is completely broken at the rear and it will not be long until the other breaks. This is so shocking because there is no rust on the body of the car that I can tell.

The frame is all rust. I had to have the stabilizer bar welded where it come lose from the frame from rust. The bar was on the rear of the car witch maid it go all over the road.

I have a 1999 kia Sportage that has 114,000 miles on it. I noticed a couple weeks ago it was making a horrible noise in the right rear of the car, took it in thinking it needed shocks and they refused to fix it because the frame is rusted through and broken just behind the gas tank (which is new). They informed me this car was not safe to drive my little grandbabies in any longer and would not be responsible for any repairs that couldn't guarantee our safety. Now I am forced to get another car that is safe to drive myself and my grandkids I am their caregiver Monday through Friday. I don't think this car is old enough for this kind of problem to occur. I have kept it in good mechanical shape so I don't appreciate being forced to find another car right now, I already work 2 jobs and this puts a strain on me.