Kia Motor Sportage owners have reported 603 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 37 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (371 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiring (53 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
On [xxx] the vehicle randomly went into limp mode. Wouldn't restart until it was jumped. Previous to this, the vehicle had already done this twice before. Exact dates unknown. On [xxx], the vehicle went into system check while I was driving it on 3 different occasions. The car shuts down by itself. Read details...
Addendum # 2 from original complaint and response through senator marco rubio office. 1st addendum dated August 9 2019. Husband arrived at courtesy kia and as expected, no loaner vehicle. Finally I reached the sales manager and explained how disgusting it would be for a disabled man who is paying Read details...
The contact owns a 2017 kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 mph, there was a knocking and ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle continued driving but then stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. Read details...
Vehicle was sitting for hours in driveway. Smoke began pouring from under hood and damaged underhood accessories such as headlamp housing,abs module, paint, windshield washer reservoir. The wiring harness was damaged, the exterior paint was blistered and now the vehicle cannot be driven. Read details...
The contact owns a 2012 kia Sportage. While driving or attempting to start the vehicle, the engine seized. The dealer stated that the battery post were too big for the battery connectors. As a result, all the electricity in the vehicle failed, including the power steering and brakes. Read details...