Hatchback/liftgate Lock Problems of Kia Motor Sportage

Kia Motor Sportage owners have reported 2 problems related to hatchback/liftgate lock (under the latches/locks/linkage category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Kia Motor Sportage based on all problems reported for the Sportage.

1 Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem of the 1998 Kia Motor Sportage

Failure Date: 05/11/1998

Brakes: hydraulic brake pedal has to be pressed to the floor before vehicle stops. The lifters made loud noises & rattling & needed to be changed. Rear door is off line & not shutting properly. Customer states drivers side mirror fell off. The check engine light is on due to oxygen sensor failure. The rear hatch does not close properly. The customer stated that there was a ticking noise at engine when hot or cold, this happens all the time. Dome light screw fell off, dealer found loose ground at light, the ground was resecured and a new screw was installed.

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2 Hatchback/liftgate Lock problem of the 1997 Kia Motor Sportage

Failure Date: 07/28/1997

Consumer experiencing problem with rear hatch door not locking properly. Recall letter was received and taken to dealer. Work was done, but not completed; condition still occurs.

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Other Common Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Kia Motor Sportage

Problem Category Number of Problems
Door Latch problems
17
Latches/locks/linkage problems
6
Hood Latch problems
4
Trunk Lid Lock problems
3
Hatchback/liftgate Lock problems
2
Tailgate Latch problems
2


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