Kia Motor Sportage owners have reported 18 back over prevention related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common back over prevention problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's rearview system braking (9 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's warnings (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Rearview System Braking problems | |
| Warnings problems | |
| Back Over Prevention problems |
Dear sir or madam, my car was hit by another car when I tried to switch to the next lane. I did give a turning signal and observed before switching. However, a car sped past and hit my car. If the detection system had sounded an alarm at that time, I wouldn't have changed lanes at that moment. Read details...
While actively parking, my car accelerated and slammed into a wall an arm's length away. The collision was impactful enough to cause my seatbelt to engage and slam into my sternum. While attempting to turn off the car, the computer system glitched, engaging all three different drive modes (n, r, d). Read details...
The contact owns a 2025 kia Sportage. The contact stated that the rear-view camera had become inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was initially unable to duplicate the failure. Read details...