Tire Problems of Kia Motor Sportage

The contact owns a 2026 kia Sportage equipped with kumho tires, tire line: crugen hp71, tire size: 235/60/r18, dot number: 1k2cmya8e . While the contact’s daughter was driving approximately 75 mph, the vehicle suddenly started shaking violently and vibrated abnormally, causing the driver to almost lose control of the steering wheel. The driver regained control of the steering wheel and parked the vehicle. The police and a towing service was called to the scene. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the front passenger’s side tire had tread separation at the center of the tire, causing the center rim of the wheel to be exposed and caused damages to the wheel well and fender. The vehicle was later towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle manufacturer and rental car company were notified of the failure. The tire manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 3,900.

Components failed & evidence: 4 dry-rotted kumho crugen premium tires, size 225/60r17, dot 272a yanh 1319. Replaced due to hazard. High-definition photo proof of the severe dry rot defects, deep tread cracking, and the 2019 date stamps discovered upon removal is fully preserved and available. Safety risk & concealment: operating on 7-year-old structurally compromised rubber posed a severe blowout liability on the highway. At delivery, 3 of the 4 tires were mounted inside-out. This reversed mounting placed the worst dry rot cracking and the 4-digit date code (1319, meaning March 2019 manufacture) on the inner undercarriage, actively obscuring a critical safety defect and the expiration date from a standard consumer visual inspection. Negligent inspection history: the dealer had physical possession of this vehicle twice: first for pre-sale certification, and second for post-sale service. Prior to the second release, the consumer explicitly texted instructions to ensure the vehicle was completely safe with no issues. The service bay subsequently texted back confirming they performed a "once over" and verified "no issues. " the dealer twice failed its duty of care, ignored a critical hazard, and falsely certified road-readiness. Corporate legal has been notified and is stonewalling. Discovery & severe symptoms: failure was discovered only after a nail punctured the rear passenger tire, prompting a close inspection of all four wheels. Two weeks prior, all 4 tires simultaneously dropped to half-capacity air pressure. This simultaneous deflation indicates the extensive dry rot completely compromised the rubber compound's structural integrity and ability to hold air pressure, creating a progressive failure condition. All 4 tires were severely dryrot.

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Though sold as "all season" m+s rated tires, the milestar ms932xp+ has dangerously poor traction on even minor snow accumulations. While driving on a flat paved state road that had 1/4 inch or less fresh snow and minimal/no treatment, in a late model awd crossover SUV with 245/45r-19 tires, the milestar tires had dangerously poor traction. Any acceleration, no matter how slow, resulted in wheelspin and lateral movement of the vehicle with traction/stability control engagement. Even minimal braking pressure resulted in full abs engagement. Braking distances were extremely long. The performance of these tires was not consistent with any other all-season m+s rated tire I've used, and was more consistent with a "summer" tire. Selling these tires as "all season m+s" is misleading and dangerous.

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The contact owns a 2011 kia Sportage equipped with kumho solus tires, size 225/60 r17. The contact stated that all four tire belts were wearing prematurely. The dealer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance to the contact. The manufacturer was also notified and offered no assistance. The tires were not replaced. The failure mileage on the tires and the vehicle was 23,340.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2008 kia Sportage. The vehicle was equipped with hankook optimo h418 tires (na), tire size 235/60/16. The dot number was t7bnbwh. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who noticed that the rear passenger and driver's side tires tread were completely worn. The defect occurred one year after the new rear tires were mounted on the vehicle. The recent defective tires had not been replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. The failure mileage was unavailable. Rvk.

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Kumho tire radial 798 radial tubless m+s p205/75r15 975 made in korea tread steel 2+ polyester. The tire was a new tire used as spire never been on road. Exploded on my back door of vehicle while parked in my driveway, very damages if I had been on road I would have been injured. I have pictures of tire.

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2007 kia Sportage. Consumer states that rear brakes failed due to rear caliper slides being corroded with brake dust. Also, the tires were severely worn. The rear calipers failed to release completely. Kia refused to honor the warranty because they stated the consumer did not have slides cleaned to assure they were not sticking.

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Kumho tire e4 0225645-s I bought a kia Sportage 06. I have 15400 mi. On my odometer. I put air in them recently and the guy at the auto shop said I should avoid long drives due to the tires cracking. With the lack of mileage on the car, why is it that the tires are cracking. They aren't old. The treads are in good condition. Is there a recall on them? I don't even know if I am putting in the right model number.

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The contact owns a 2001 kia Sportage. The vehicle has cooper trendsetter se tires, size p 20575r15 (na). While driving 60 mph, the contact heard a loud sound inside of the vehicle. He pulled the vehicle over, but when he drove off for a few miles, he heard a slapping sound coming from the rear driver's side tire. The contact pulled into a parking lot and noticed major tread separation; however, there was still air inside of the tire. The failure cracked the rear bumper, the rear driver's side lens, and the bulb. He emailed the manufacturer, but has not received a response. The current and failure mileages were 192,000.

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Had problem with kia tmp tire pressure gauge I think kia disconnected it, and I paid $587 for 4 new tires. Tires warrantied for 55,000 need to be replaced before warranty is up. Went to tire kingdom naples, FL wants to charge me $200 for 2 tires after a 32% pro rate. Tires are no good tires are touring tempest 22560r1678h for 2007 kia Sportage has there been a recall on them?????.

Tire had less than 40% wear and are blowing out at 70 mph. 3 out of 4 have blown out. Dt.

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Speedometer malfuctioned/jumped at approx. 30mph to 40 mph then back down to 20 took back 3x. SUV shimmied at 60+ mph 3x's took back to dealer dealer replaced tires, electric back windows 3x's to dealer replaced twice, wiring assy-engine, coil ignition, conv. Assy-cat. Replaced (may have caused speedometer , windows etc to operate improperly. R/r main wire harness, r/r both cat convertors, r/r coil and spark plugs, repaired fuel injector wire harness. Vehicle idled at high rpm (SUV power surged to 80 mph, the slowest I could get the vehicle to go was 40mph and had to use the emergency brake. (throttle cable in wrong poss. At this time transmission is still slipping vehicle at dealership plus I am going through the lemon law and bbautoline. This is the 10 day limit. Kia has not been very hospitable about this situation, I do not feel safe in their vehicle.

All four windows get stuck, doors lock and unlock by themselves, vehicle is trying to shift into 4x4 while vehicle is in motion, air conditioner works 1 out of 4 times, latch opens on back of vehicle while in motion. Black tarry dust on front tires.

This vehicle has multiple defects in which the manufacturer/dealer is unable or unwilling to correct. Car is a safety hazard. Many electrical problems, failing battery, electrical shocks, multiple blown fuses for windows, fuses blown prior to purchase but discovered within the first week of purchase, pulls to the right suddenly, skids often with 'factory equipped' tires, has electrical surges,fumes come from the heating system, canary sounds from the engine after 'servicing by authorized dealer', additionally, dealer's service personnel are 'unable to duplicate' or recognize any problems.

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Tires are wearing low- was told to replace at 22,000 miles will need to replace- warranty will not cover then for they are not worn down enough. (dot number: 5mul tiresize: p205/75r15).

4-wd not working, hubs not locking. Engine is straining as if in 4wd, indicator light is lit, leading you to believe you are safely in 4wd, but the back tires are spinning and the front tires are not turning. The dealer has checked the truck and ordered parts. . . That was 2 weeks ago, and dealer has no idea when the parts will be in. Kia has not responded to the dealer's inquiry. The wire harness that was replaced took a week because kia sent a faulty harness as a replacement and the part had to be reordered.

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Two wheels out of balance, dealer also noticed wear pattern on tires, possibly related to wheels being out of balance, no tire information given.

Two wheels out of balance, dealer also noticed wear pattern on tires, possibly related to wheels being out of balance, no tire information given.

Vehicle is defective. Brakes pulled to the left, brake system was replaced three times. Power windows would not go all the way down, there was a space between the window and track/ windshield washer didn't work. Consumer had a blowout, the back tires split in half. Car would not start on several occasions, battery and starter replaced. Consumer was told by kia that poor connections in the fuel injection wire harness circuit could be causing the engine to stall.

Consumer experiencing problems with tires, no other information was given.

Front right tire has gone flat twice within the last 30 days, once while driving, and once while vehicle was parked. Kia has not been contacted.