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Sep 28, 2015 Electrical System 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Power Train 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Engine 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Electrical System 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Fuel/propulsion System 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Power Train 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

Sep 28, 2015 Engine 333,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED STRONG FUEL FUMES ON THE EXTERIOR AND THE INTERIOR. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURER'S RECALL AND THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT ALSO...

May 15, 2014 Power Train 189,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS, WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLAC...

May 15, 2014 Power Train 189,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS, WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLAC...

Mar 14, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 124,971 mi

I HAD JUST FILLED GAS TANK WITH UNLEADED GAS. WHEN I NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL. THE CAR SITS ALL DAY. I ONLY MOVE IT FOR EMISSIONS EACH YEAR I WORK FROM HOME. THEY TESTED AND TOLD ME EVAP EMISSION CONTROL SYS MALF. THE GUY SAID HE COULD SEE GAS LEAKING FROM MY FUEL LINE. HE SAID IT WAS A RECALL ON ...

Mar 14, 2014 Fuel System, Gasoline 124,971 mi

I HAD JUST FILLED GAS TANK WITH UNLEADED GAS. WHEN I NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL. THE CAR SITS ALL DAY. I ONLY MOVE IT FOR EMISSIONS EACH YEAR I WORK FROM HOME. THEY TESTED AND TOLD ME EVAP EMISSION CONTROL SYS MALF. THE GUY SAID HE COULD SEE GAS LEAKING FROM MY FUEL LINE. HE SAID IT WAS A RECALL ON ...

Feb 3, 2014 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND CAUSED THAT CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION ON THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE AFTER HE REGAINED CONTROL, STOPPED AND EXIT...

Feb 3, 2014 Structure 160,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND CAUSED THAT CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION ON THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE AFTER HE REGAINED CONTROL, STOPPED AND EXIT...

Jan 13, 2014 Engine 168,390 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT THEY DID NOT INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16...

Jan 13, 2014 Engine 168,390 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER BUT THEY DID NOT INSPECT THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16...

Dec 24, 2013 Power Train 161,000 mi

REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR

Dec 24, 2013 Structure 161,000 mi

REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR

Dec 24, 2013 Suspension 161,000 mi

REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR

Dec 24, 2013 Power Train 161,000 mi

REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR

Dec 24, 2013 Structure 161,000 mi

REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR

Dec 24, 2013 Suspension 161,000 mi

REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR

Dec 16, 2013 Structure 94,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN A LARGER TRUCK PASSED HIM ON THE ROADWAY AND CAUSED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO ANOTHER LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE...

Dec 16, 2013 Structure 94,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN A LARGER TRUCK PASSED HIM ON THE ROADWAY AND CAUSED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO ANOTHER LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE...

Oct 28, 2013 Seat Belts

FRONT LEFT SIDE SEAT BELT, WON'T RETRACT. *TR

Oct 28, 2013 Seat Belts

FRONT LEFT SIDE SEAT BELT, WON'T RETRACT. *TR

Oct 20, 2013 Structure 122,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND HIT A BUMP WHEN MY CAR BEGAN SWAYING BACK AND FORTH FROM SIDE TO SIDE. I HAD A VERY HARD TIME MAINTAINING CONTROL. I SLOWLY DROVE HOME AND UPON FURTHER INSPECTION UNDERNEATH MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE I DISCOVER THE FRAME IS TOTALLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF FALLING APART....

Oct 20, 2013 Structure 122,000 mi

I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND HIT A BUMP WHEN MY CAR BEGAN SWAYING BACK AND FORTH FROM SIDE TO SIDE. I HAD A VERY HARD TIME MAINTAINING CONTROL. I SLOWLY DROVE HOME AND UPON FURTHER INSPECTION UNDERNEATH MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE I DISCOVER THE FRAME IS TOTALLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF FALLING APART....

Oct 26, 2011 Structure 72,083 mi

TL* 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 RUST...

Oct 26, 2011 Structure 72,083 mi

TL* 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 RUST...

Sep 23, 2011 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE WHEN ACCELERATING. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THERE WAS A DELAY IN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATING AND WHEN IT WOULD, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD EXHIBIT AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. TH...

Sep 23, 2011 Power Train

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE WHEN ACCELERATING. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THERE WAS A DELAY IN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATING AND WHEN IT WOULD, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD EXHIBIT AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. TH...

Jun 23, 2011 Structure 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY BACK AND FORTH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD RUSTED FROM THE CHASSIS ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THE MECHANIC ALSO ADVISED THAT THE FAILU...

Jun 23, 2011 Structure 88,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY BACK AND FORTH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD RUSTED FROM THE CHASSIS ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THE MECHANIC ALSO ADVISED THAT THE FAILU...

Feb 3, 2011 Structure 160,000 mi

1995 TO 2002 KIA SPORTAGES FRAMES ARE ROTTING OUT AND GAS TANKS LEAKING ALSO. KIA REFUSES TO REPAIR OR PUT OUT A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. VEHICLES ARE A SAFETY ISSUE TO THE PUBLIC. FORD WINDSTARS HAD SIMILAR PROBLEMS FROM 1998 TO 2003 BACK AXLE ROTTING OUT, THEY ARE TAKING ACTION AND OWNING UP TO THE P...

Feb 3, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 160,000 mi

1995 TO 2002 KIA SPORTAGES FRAMES ARE ROTTING OUT AND GAS TANKS LEAKING ALSO. KIA REFUSES TO REPAIR OR PUT OUT A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. VEHICLES ARE A SAFETY ISSUE TO THE PUBLIC. FORD WINDSTARS HAD SIMILAR PROBLEMS FROM 1998 TO 2003 BACK AXLE ROTTING OUT, THEY ARE TAKING ACTION AND OWNING UP TO THE P...

Feb 3, 2011 Structure 160,000 mi

1995 TO 2002 KIA SPORTAGES FRAMES ARE ROTTING OUT AND GAS TANKS LEAKING ALSO. KIA REFUSES TO REPAIR OR PUT OUT A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. VEHICLES ARE A SAFETY ISSUE TO THE PUBLIC. FORD WINDSTARS HAD SIMILAR PROBLEMS FROM 1998 TO 2003 BACK AXLE ROTTING OUT, THEY ARE TAKING ACTION AND OWNING UP TO THE P...

Feb 3, 2011 Fuel System, Gasoline 160,000 mi

1995 TO 2002 KIA SPORTAGES FRAMES ARE ROTTING OUT AND GAS TANKS LEAKING ALSO. KIA REFUSES TO REPAIR OR PUT OUT A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. VEHICLES ARE A SAFETY ISSUE TO THE PUBLIC. FORD WINDSTARS HAD SIMILAR PROBLEMS FROM 1998 TO 2003 BACK AXLE ROTTING OUT, THEY ARE TAKING ACTION AND OWNING UP TO THE P...

Oct 29, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SHORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER DISPENSING FUEL INTO THE FULL TANK, HE WOULD SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A MANUFACTURE VOLUNTA...

Oct 29, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 105,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SHORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER DISPENSING FUEL INTO THE FULL TANK, HE WOULD SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A MANUFACTURE VOLUNTA...

Oct 6, 2010 Structure 55,000 mi

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...

Oct 6, 2010 Structure 55,000 mi

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...

Sep 22, 2010 Structure 139,000 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE 2008. I HAVE HAD THE GAS TANK PATCHED 3 TIMES, THEN COMPLETELY REPLACED COST OF OVER 400 DOLLARS. MY MECHANIC SAID THE TANK KEPT RUSTING NO MATTER WHAT HE TRIED AND IT WAS DEFECTIVE. ALL REAR BRAKES TWICE AND NOW WITH EVEN NEW LEVER AND OTHER PARTS 420 DOLLAR...

Sep 22, 2010 Structure 139,000 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE 2008. I HAVE HAD THE GAS TANK PATCHED 3 TIMES, THEN COMPLETELY REPLACED COST OF OVER 400 DOLLARS. MY MECHANIC SAID THE TANK KEPT RUSTING NO MATTER WHAT HE TRIED AND IT WAS DEFECTIVE. ALL REAR BRAKES TWICE AND NOW WITH EVEN NEW LEVER AND OTHER PARTS 420 DOLLAR...

Aug 16, 2010 Structure 100,198 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AND RECENTLY HAD IT RACKED TO SEE WHAT THE NOISE WAS THAT WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH MY CAR. THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE HAS RUSTED OUT AND THE FAME IS SEPARATING FROM EACH OTHER, LEANING ON THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ON BOTH SIDES, THERE ARE LARGE HOLES IN THE FAME WHERE THEY HAVE R...

Aug 16, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,198 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AND RECENTLY HAD IT RACKED TO SEE WHAT THE NOISE WAS THAT WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH MY CAR. THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE HAS RUSTED OUT AND THE FAME IS SEPARATING FROM EACH OTHER, LEANING ON THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ON BOTH SIDES, THERE ARE LARGE HOLES IN THE FAME WHERE THEY HAVE R...

Aug 16, 2010 Structure 100,198 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AND RECENTLY HAD IT RACKED TO SEE WHAT THE NOISE WAS THAT WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH MY CAR. THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE HAS RUSTED OUT AND THE FAME IS SEPARATING FROM EACH OTHER, LEANING ON THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ON BOTH SIDES, THERE ARE LARGE HOLES IN THE FAME WHERE THEY HAVE R...

Aug 16, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,198 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AND RECENTLY HAD IT RACKED TO SEE WHAT THE NOISE WAS THAT WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH MY CAR. THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE HAS RUSTED OUT AND THE FAME IS SEPARATING FROM EACH OTHER, LEANING ON THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ON BOTH SIDES, THERE ARE LARGE HOLES IN THE FAME WHERE THEY HAVE R...

Jul 6, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHEN THE MECHANIC WAS CHANGING THE OIL HE NOTIFIED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR FRAME HAD DECAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEABLE BUT HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 115,000. UPDATED 02/10/11 *BF ...

Jul 6, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,000 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE GAS TANK ROTTED AND LEAKING. *TR

Jul 6, 2010 Structure 115,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHEN THE MECHANIC WAS CHANGING THE OIL HE NOTIFIED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR FRAME HAD DECAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEABLE BUT HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 115,000. UPDATED 02/10/11 *BF ...

Jul 6, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline 120,000 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE GAS TANK ROTTED AND LEAKING. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK LEAK. SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN CAR IS PUT IN GARAGE. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE CHASSIS OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE IS ROTTING OUT. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE RAILINGS WELDED TOGETHER, ONE RAILING HAS A HOLE ABOUT 6 IN LONG ON THE SIDE OF THE RAILING AND THE GAS TANK HAS TO BE REPLACE. BUT IF THE TANK IS REMOVED THE PART OF THE CHASSIS IT IS ATTACHED TO WILL COME OFF AND THERE WI...

Apr 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK LEAK. SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN CAR IS PUT IN GARAGE. *TR

Apr 9, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

THE CHASSIS OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE IS ROTTING OUT. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE RAILINGS WELDED TOGETHER, ONE RAILING HAS A HOLE ABOUT 6 IN LONG ON THE SIDE OF THE RAILING AND THE GAS TANK HAS TO BE REPLACE. BUT IF THE TANK IS REMOVED THE PART OF THE CHASSIS IT IS ATTACHED TO WILL COME OFF AND THERE WI...

Mar 4, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 134,197 mi

KEYWAY ON CRANKSHAFT WHERE TIMING GEAR ATTACHES WEARS OUT PREMATURELY AND CAN RESULT IN HAVING TO REPLACE ENGINE! I HAVE REPLACE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, FUEL FILTER, AND KNOCK SENSOR ALSO THE MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR AND TIMING BELT WERE REPLACED AS THERE APPEARED TO BE A TIMING ISSUE COULD NOT FIND PR...

Mar 4, 2010 Engine And Engine Cooling 134,197 mi

KEYWAY ON CRANKSHAFT WHERE TIMING GEAR ATTACHES WEARS OUT PREMATURELY AND CAN RESULT IN HAVING TO REPLACE ENGINE! I HAVE REPLACE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, FUEL FILTER, AND KNOCK SENSOR ALSO THE MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR AND TIMING BELT WERE REPLACED AS THERE APPEARED TO BE A TIMING ISSUE COULD NOT FIND PR...

Feb 23, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK LEAKING EVERY TIME WHEN FILLING TANK. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED, PROBLEM WITH GASOLINE LEAKAGE WHEN FILLING TANK IS STILL A PROBLEM. NO REPAIRS AS OF YET. I'M ON DISABILITY. *TR

Feb 23, 2010 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK LEAKING EVERY TIME WHEN FILLING TANK. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED, PROBLEM WITH GASOLINE LEAKAGE WHEN FILLING TANK IS STILL A PROBLEM. NO REPAIRS AS OF YET. I'M ON DISABILITY. *TR

Dec 4, 2009 Structure

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. *TR

Dec 4, 2009 Structure

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. *TR

Jun 29, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 112,307 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHEN I FILED TANK, GAS LEAKED. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND THEY STATED THAT I HAVE A LEAK IN MY GAS TANK. *TR

Jun 29, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 112,307 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHEN I FILED TANK, GAS LEAKED. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND THEY STATED THAT I HAVE A LEAK IN MY GAS TANK. *TR

Jun 20, 2009 Structure 114,000 mi

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). ...

Jun 20, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 89,000 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE, HAD A GAS LEAK GOT IT REPAIRED WITH A NEW TANK LAST YEAR, STILL HAVE A GAS SMELL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SMELL THEY CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM, OF COURSE THIS IS MY REGULAR MECHANIC NOT A KIA DEALER. NOW THE FRAME IS BUSTED FROM PREMATURE RUSTING AND DISINTEGRATI...

Jun 20, 2009 Structure 114,000 mi

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). ...

Jun 20, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 89,000 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE, HAD A GAS LEAK GOT IT REPAIRED WITH A NEW TANK LAST YEAR, STILL HAVE A GAS SMELL. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE SMELL THEY CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM, OF COURSE THIS IS MY REGULAR MECHANIC NOT A KIA DEALER. NOW THE FRAME IS BUSTED FROM PREMATURE RUSTING AND DISINTEGRATI...

Jun 2, 2009 Suspension 84,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON I-80 WHEN THE VEHICLE SWAYED VERY BADLY AND ALMOST HIT A ANOTHER VEHICLE. SHE IMMEDIATELY SLOWED AND EXITED THE HIGHWAY. UPON INSPECTION THE FRAME SEVERED AND BROKE WHERE THE SUSPENSION ATTACHES TO THE FRAME RIGHT BEHIND THE REAR TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. T...

Jun 2, 2009 Structure 84,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON I-80 WHEN THE VEHICLE SWAYED VERY BADLY AND ALMOST HIT A ANOTHER VEHICLE. SHE IMMEDIATELY SLOWED AND EXITED THE HIGHWAY. UPON INSPECTION THE FRAME SEVERED AND BROKE WHERE THE SUSPENSION ATTACHES TO THE FRAME RIGHT BEHIND THE REAR TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. T...

Jun 2, 2009 Suspension 84,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON I-80 WHEN THE VEHICLE SWAYED VERY BADLY AND ALMOST HIT A ANOTHER VEHICLE. SHE IMMEDIATELY SLOWED AND EXITED THE HIGHWAY. UPON INSPECTION THE FRAME SEVERED AND BROKE WHERE THE SUSPENSION ATTACHES TO THE FRAME RIGHT BEHIND THE REAR TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. T...

Jun 2, 2009 Structure 84,000 mi

MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON I-80 WHEN THE VEHICLE SWAYED VERY BADLY AND ALMOST HIT A ANOTHER VEHICLE. SHE IMMEDIATELY SLOWED AND EXITED THE HIGHWAY. UPON INSPECTION THE FRAME SEVERED AND BROKE WHERE THE SUSPENSION ATTACHES TO THE FRAME RIGHT BEHIND THE REAR TIRE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. T...

Jan 13, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 137,700 mi

ON DECEMBER 22, 2008, DURING VEHICLE INSPECTION, FOUND GAS SMELL AND POSSIBLE LEAK IN GAS TANK. PHONE KIA DEALERSHIP, AND THEY INDICATED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE CAMPAIGN, AND TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR A FUEL TANK INSPECTION (ALONG WITH SOME OTHER RECALL REPAIRS). ON 1/2/2009, THE VEHICLE WAS IN...

Jan 13, 2009 Fuel System, Gasoline 137,700 mi

ON DECEMBER 22, 2008, DURING VEHICLE INSPECTION, FOUND GAS SMELL AND POSSIBLE LEAK IN GAS TANK. PHONE KIA DEALERSHIP, AND THEY INDICATED THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE CAMPAIGN, AND TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR A FUEL TANK INSPECTION (ALONG WITH SOME OTHER RECALL REPAIRS). ON 1/2/2009, THE VEHICLE WAS IN...

Jan 6, 2009 Structure 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME BEHIND THE TIRES WAS BEGINNING TO RUST AND DISINTEGRATE. THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE PARTICULAR COMPONENT. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 78,000. UPDATED 01-26-09 *BF UPDATED 01/27/09. *JB

Jan 6, 2009 Structure 78,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE FRAME BEHIND THE TIRES WAS BEGINNING TO RUST AND DISINTEGRATE. THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE PARTICULAR COMPONENT. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 78,000. UPDATED 01-26-09 *BF UPDATED 01/27/09. *JB

Nov 30, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Interior Lighting 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Seat Belts 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Electrical System 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Fuel System, Other 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Equipment 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Vehicle Speed Control 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Interior Lighting 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Seat Belts 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Electrical System 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Fuel System, Other 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Nov 30, 2008 Equipment 69,000 mi

I PURCHASED MY KIA USED, FROM A DEALER, LESS THAN A YEAR AGO, AND IT PASSED THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CHECK FOR VEHICLE INSPECTION. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO HAVE DEALER REPLACE THE GASOLINE TANK AFTER SMELLING GASOLINE. THIS CAR IS USED SOLELY FOR LIGHT USAGE TO TRANSPORT MYSELF AND MY CHILDREN TO AND FR...

Sep 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS GRADUALLY LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HE IS CONSTANTLY HAVING TO ADD MORE FLUID. ALSO, THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30-50 MPH AND MERGING INTO TRAFFIC. HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN...

Sep 8, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS GRADUALLY LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HE IS CONSTANTLY HAVING TO ADD MORE FLUID. ALSO, THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30-50 MPH AND MERGING INTO TRAFFIC. HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN...

Sep 8, 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS GRADUALLY LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HE IS CONSTANTLY HAVING TO ADD MORE FLUID. ALSO, THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30-50 MPH AND MERGING INTO TRAFFIC. HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN...

Sep 8, 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS GRADUALLY LEAKING BRAKE FLUID AND HE IS CONSTANTLY HAVING TO ADD MORE FLUID. ALSO, THE VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30-50 MPH AND MERGING INTO TRAFFIC. HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN...

Apr 17, 2008 Structure 101,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT CONSTANTLY HEARD LOUD NOISES WHEN HER 4 WHEEL DRIVE WAS ACTIVATED. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE CROSS MEMBER IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ROTTED AND DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY UNABLE TO BE...

Apr 17, 2008 Structure

CRACKED CHASSIS IN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE DUE TO CORROSION. *TR

Apr 17, 2008 Structure 101,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT CONSTANTLY HEARD LOUD NOISES WHEN HER 4 WHEEL DRIVE WAS ACTIVATED. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE CROSS MEMBER IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ROTTED AND DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY UNABLE TO BE...

Apr 17, 2008 Structure

CRACKED CHASSIS IN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE DUE TO CORROSION. *TR

Feb 25, 2008 Power Train

4WD FAILURE, WILL ENGAGE FOR A FEW SECONDS AND THEN SLIP OUT . ON THIRD TRIP TO MY MECHANIC FOR THIS PROBLEM, HE DISCOVERED A RECALL FOR THE EXACT SAME ISSUE REGARDING THE 4WD HUBS. UPON TALKING TO THE KIA REP HE WAS TOLD MY VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED. YEAR AND MODEL OF CAR WERE MENTIONED IN THE RECA...

Feb 25, 2008 Power Train

4WD FAILURE, WILL ENGAGE FOR A FEW SECONDS AND THEN SLIP OUT . ON THIRD TRIP TO MY MECHANIC FOR THIS PROBLEM, HE DISCOVERED A RECALL FOR THE EXACT SAME ISSUE REGARDING THE 4WD HUBS. UPON TALKING TO THE KIA REP HE WAS TOLD MY VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED. YEAR AND MODEL OF CAR WERE MENTIONED IN THE RECA...

Jan 23, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 57,800 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT BEGAN TO SMELL GAS FROM SOMEWHERE AROUND THE VEHICLE. HE THEN NOTICED GAS LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE OIL TANK, WHICH BEGAN TO LEAK UNDERNEATH THE TANK. AS A RESULT, THE BOTTOM OF THE TANK BEGAN TO ROT AND FOR...

Jan 23, 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline 57,800 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT BEGAN TO SMELL GAS FROM SOMEWHERE AROUND THE VEHICLE. HE THEN NOTICED GAS LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE OIL TANK, WHICH BEGAN TO LEAK UNDERNEATH THE TANK. AS A RESULT, THE BOTTOM OF THE TANK BEGAN TO ROT AND FOR...

Jan 3, 2008 Power Train 89,000 mi

99 KIA SPORTAGE TIMING BELT SNAPPED BECAUSE OF A FREEZING VALVE, CAUSE HEAD TO WARP, THE VEHICLE STOPPED WORKING WITH NO WARNING AND STALLED ON THE FREEWAY.*CN

Jan 3, 2008 Power Train 89,000 mi

99 KIA SPORTAGE TIMING BELT SNAPPED BECAUSE OF A FREEZING VALVE, CAUSE HEAD TO WARP, THE VEHICLE STOPPED WORKING WITH NO WARNING AND STALLED ON THE FREEWAY.*CN

Nov 21, 2007 Seat Belts 89,000 mi

SEATBELT RESTRAINT FAILURE, BOTH INERTIA REELS FAILED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING. THE PLASTIC IS SO DRY ROTTED AND IT BREAKS LIKE CARDBOARD. *TR

Nov 21, 2007 Structure 89,000 mi

SEATBELT RESTRAINT FAILURE, BOTH INERTIA REELS FAILED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING. THE PLASTIC IS SO DRY ROTTED AND IT BREAKS LIKE CARDBOARD. *TR

Nov 21, 2007 Seat Belts 89,000 mi

SEATBELT RESTRAINT FAILURE, BOTH INERTIA REELS FAILED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING. THE PLASTIC IS SO DRY ROTTED AND IT BREAKS LIKE CARDBOARD. *TR

Nov 21, 2007 Structure 89,000 mi

SEATBELT RESTRAINT FAILURE, BOTH INERTIA REELS FAILED FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING. THE PLASTIC IS SO DRY ROTTED AND IT BREAKS LIKE CARDBOARD. *TR

Oct 29, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline

GAS TANK LEAKS! *TR

Oct 29, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline

GAS TANK LEAKS! *TR

Sep 19, 2007 Unknown Or Other

WE NOTICED YELLOW STREAKS OVER TIME ON THE HOOD WHERE THE ENGINE BLOCK AND RADIATOR ARE POSITIONED. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY TROUBLE WITH OVERHEATING OR ANY OTHER PROBLEM OF THAT NATURE. BUT EVENTUALLY THE CLEAR COAT BEGAN PEELING AND CHIPPING IN SEVERAL DIFFERENT PLACES ON THE HOOD WHERE MAJOR ENGINE C...

Sep 19, 2007 Unknown Or Other

WE NOTICED YELLOW STREAKS OVER TIME ON THE HOOD WHERE THE ENGINE BLOCK AND RADIATOR ARE POSITIONED. I HAVE NEVER HAD ANY TROUBLE WITH OVERHEATING OR ANY OTHER PROBLEM OF THAT NATURE. BUT EVENTUALLY THE CLEAR COAT BEGAN PEELING AND CHIPPING IN SEVERAL DIFFERENT PLACES ON THE HOOD WHERE MAJOR ENGINE C...

Sep 10, 2007 Visibility 118,000 mi

LOUD NOISES FROM THE A/C & HEATER UNDER THE GLOVE BOXES FINAL CONCLUSION THE UNIT STOPPED BLOWING AND MAKES A LOUD NOISES WHEN SWITCH. *TR

Sep 10, 2007 Visibility 118,000 mi

LOUD NOISES FROM THE A/C & HEATER UNDER THE GLOVE BOXES FINAL CONCLUSION THE UNIT STOPPED BLOWING AND MAKES A LOUD NOISES WHEN SWITCH. *TR

Aug 31, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. IT HAS DEVELOPED A LEAK IN THE GAS TANK. IT HAS CORRODED PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 31, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 85,000 mi

I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. IT HAS DEVELOPED A LEAK IN THE GAS TANK. IT HAS CORRODED PREMATURELY. *TR

Aug 20, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHOP / NO START FUEL PUMP INOPERATIVE, RUST FOUND IN FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK LEAKING EXTERNALLY ( RUSTED THROUGH ). *TR

Aug 20, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHOP / NO START FUEL PUMP INOPERATIVE, RUST FOUND IN FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK LEAKING EXTERNALLY ( RUSTED THROUGH ). *TR

Aug 20, 2007 Fuel System, Other 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHOP / NO START FUEL PUMP INOPERATIVE, RUST FOUND IN FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK LEAKING EXTERNALLY ( RUSTED THROUGH ). *TR

Aug 20, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHOP / NO START FUEL PUMP INOPERATIVE, RUST FOUND IN FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK LEAKING EXTERNALLY ( RUSTED THROUGH ). *TR

Aug 20, 2007 Fuel System, Gasoline 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHOP / NO START FUEL PUMP INOPERATIVE, RUST FOUND IN FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK LEAKING EXTERNALLY ( RUSTED THROUGH ). *TR

Aug 20, 2007 Fuel System, Other 100,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO SHOP / NO START FUEL PUMP INOPERATIVE, RUST FOUND IN FUEL FILTER, FUEL TANK LEAKING EXTERNALLY ( RUSTED THROUGH ). *TR

Jun 15, 2007 Seat Belts 42,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PLASTIC HOUSING SPRING FALLS OFF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT. HE STATED THAT IT APPEARS TO BE DECOMPOSING AND IS UNABLE TO SNAP THE SHAFT OF THE PLASTIC HOUSING BACK TOGETHER. THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT HAS HAD THE SAME FAIL...

Jun 15, 2007 Seat Belts 42,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PLASTIC HOUSING SPRING FALLS OFF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT. HE STATED THAT IT APPEARS TO BE DECOMPOSING AND IS UNABLE TO SNAP THE SHAFT OF THE PLASTIC HOUSING BACK TOGETHER. THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT HAS HAD THE SAME FAIL...

May 23, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE HAS FAILED. THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ALSO LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE PURCHASE DATE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 80,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE W...

May 23, 2007 Seat Belts 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE HAS FAILED. THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ALSO LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE PURCHASE DATE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 80,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE W...

May 23, 2007 Engine And Engine Cooling 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE HAS FAILED. THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ALSO LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE PURCHASE DATE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 80,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE W...

May 23, 2007 Seat Belts 76,000 mi

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE HAS FAILED. THE AIR CONDITIONER IS ALSO LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT YET BEEN DIAGNOSED. THE PURCHASE DATE WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT MILEAGE IS 80,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE W...

Jan 29, 2007 Air Bags Crash 157,000 mi

DURING SNOW/ICE WEATHER CONDITIONS I LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE ON 01/11/07 GOING STRAIGHT ON RT.380 IN STOCKTON, NY. MY VEHICLE ROLLED OVER, AND LANDED FRONT END DOWN, UPSIDE DOWN IN A DITCH. DURING THE CRASH, NONE OF THE THREE AIR BAGS ENGAGED/RELEASED. BECAUSE OF THE IMPACT ON THE FRONT END OF...

Jan 29, 2007 Air Bags Crash 157,000 mi

DURING SNOW/ICE WEATHER CONDITIONS I LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE ON 01/11/07 GOING STRAIGHT ON RT.380 IN STOCKTON, NY. MY VEHICLE ROLLED OVER, AND LANDED FRONT END DOWN, UPSIDE DOWN IN A DITCH. DURING THE CRASH, NONE OF THE THREE AIR BAGS ENGAGED/RELEASED. BECAUSE OF THE IMPACT ON THE FRONT END OF...

Aug 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Electrical System Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Equipment Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Electrical System Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 27, 2006 Equipment Crash

THIS KIA WAS PURCHASED NEW AND IS A ONE OWNER CAR. IT HAS HAD 2 MASTER CYLINDERS, AND 4 SETS OF BRAKE PADS. THE CAR CURRENTLY HAS 50,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR SLIDES TO THE RIGHT ON WET ROADS AND DOES NOT STOP UNTIL IT HITS SOMETHING OR SLOWS TO A STOP. I HAVE SLID 2 TIMES, REAR ENDED SOMEONE THE...

Aug 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ACTING ERRATIC...

Aug 21, 2006 Steering 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ACTING ERRATIC...

Aug 21, 2006 Electrical System 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ACTING ERRATIC...

Aug 21, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ACTING ERRATIC...

Aug 21, 2006 Steering 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ACTING ERRATIC...

Aug 21, 2006 Electrical System 65,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLS AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND INTERMITTENTLY WILL NOT START. AFTER SITTING FOR A WHILE THE VEHICLE WILL RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN INFORMED. THERE ARE NO LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH PRIOR TO THE VEHICLE STALLING. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS ACTING ERRATIC...

Aug 18, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 57,546 mi

DEFECTIVE GAS TANK AND FUEL LINES HAD TO BE REPLACED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE OF $836.54 MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE DEFECT AND PAY FOR REPAIRS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. FORTUNATELY, PROBLEM WAS DISCOVERED BEFORE PERSONAL INJURY. OCCURRED BY FIRE OR EXPLOSION! *NM

Aug 18, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 57,546 mi

DEFECTIVE GAS TANK AND FUEL LINES HAD TO BE REPLACED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE OF $836.54 MANUFACTURER REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE DEFECT AND PAY FOR REPAIRS TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. FORTUNATELY, PROBLEM WAS DISCOVERED BEFORE PERSONAL INJURY. OCCURRED BY FIRE OR EXPLOSION! *NM

Aug 8, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 63,559 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED A HOLE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND DETERMINED THE STORAGE ASSEMBLY ALSO HAD A LEAK WHICH COULD NO LONGER BE SEEN. GAS TOTALLY COVERED THAT AREA WHERE THE HOLE WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHEN THE FRON...

Aug 8, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 63,559 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED A HOLE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND DETERMINED THE STORAGE ASSEMBLY ALSO HAD A LEAK WHICH COULD NO LONGER BE SEEN. GAS TOTALLY COVERED THAT AREA WHERE THE HOLE WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHEN THE FRON...

Aug 8, 2006 Power Train 63,559 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED A HOLE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND DETERMINED THE STORAGE ASSEMBLY ALSO HAD A LEAK WHICH COULD NO LONGER BE SEEN. GAS TOTALLY COVERED THAT AREA WHERE THE HOLE WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHEN THE FRON...

Aug 8, 2006 Latches/locks/linkages 63,559 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED A HOLE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND DETERMINED THE STORAGE ASSEMBLY ALSO HAD A LEAK WHICH COULD NO LONGER BE SEEN. GAS TOTALLY COVERED THAT AREA WHERE THE HOLE WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHEN THE FRON...

Aug 8, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 63,559 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED A HOLE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND DETERMINED THE STORAGE ASSEMBLY ALSO HAD A LEAK WHICH COULD NO LONGER BE SEEN. GAS TOTALLY COVERED THAT AREA WHERE THE HOLE WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHEN THE FRON...

Aug 8, 2006 Power Train 63,559 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY DEVELOPED A HOLE CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THE DEALER REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND DETERMINED THE STORAGE ASSEMBLY ALSO HAD A LEAK WHICH COULD NO LONGER BE SEEN. GAS TOTALLY COVERED THAT AREA WHERE THE HOLE WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED WHEN THE FRON...

Aug 4, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A SMELL OF GAS AND A FUEL LEAK OBSERVED UNDER THE VEHICLE. IT WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHO REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL LINES. THE DEALER HAS BEEN ALERTED. THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL LINES HAD RUSTED AND WERE LEAKING GASOLINE. UPDATED 08/2...

Aug 4, 2006 Fuel System, Other 59,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A SMELL OF GAS AND A FUEL LEAK OBSERVED UNDER THE VEHICLE. IT WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHO REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL LINES. THE DEALER HAS BEEN ALERTED. THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL LINES HAD RUSTED AND WERE LEAKING GASOLINE. UPDATED 08/2...

Aug 4, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 59,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A SMELL OF GAS AND A FUEL LEAK OBSERVED UNDER THE VEHICLE. IT WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHO REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL LINES. THE DEALER HAS BEEN ALERTED. THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL LINES HAD RUSTED AND WERE LEAKING GASOLINE. UPDATED 08/2...

Aug 4, 2006 Fuel System, Other 59,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A SMELL OF GAS AND A FUEL LEAK OBSERVED UNDER THE VEHICLE. IT WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOP WHO REPLACED THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL LINES. THE DEALER HAS BEEN ALERTED. THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL LINES HAD RUSTED AND WERE LEAKING GASOLINE. UPDATED 08/2...

Aug 2, 2006 Exterior Lighting

DRIVING 75 MPH ON I-74 IN ILLINOIS, TURN SIGNAL UNIT ON PASSENGER FRONT SIDE FELL OUT OF PLACE AND INTO FRONT TIRE. IT THEN SHREDDED CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO BECOME UNCONTROLLABLE AS WELL AS MAKING IT HARD O STEER PROPERLY. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE AND LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJUR...

Aug 2, 2006 Exterior Lighting

DRIVING 75 MPH ON I-74 IN ILLINOIS, TURN SIGNAL UNIT ON PASSENGER FRONT SIDE FELL OUT OF PLACE AND INTO FRONT TIRE. IT THEN SHREDDED CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO BECOME UNCONTROLLABLE AS WELL AS MAKING IT HARD O STEER PROPERLY. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE INTERSTATE AND LUCKILY NO ONE WAS INJUR...

Jul 30, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 56,750 mi

NOTICED SMELL OF GAS. REPLACED GAS TANK AND FUEL PUMP/SENDER UNIT. *JB

Jul 30, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 56,750 mi

NOTICED SMELL OF GAS. REPLACED GAS TANK AND FUEL PUMP/SENDER UNIT. *JB

Jul 5, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Steering 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Power Train 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Steering 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Engine And Engine Cooling 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Power Train 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 5, 2006 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 28,000 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH LESS THAN 35,000 MILES ON IT AS OF JULY 5, 2006. IN NOVEMBER OF 2005 I STARTED NOTICING A REALLY STRONG FUEL SMELL. SHORTLY THEREAFTER I NOTICED FLUID LEAKING FROM THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. I TOOK IT IN AROUND THANKSGIVING TO FIND OUT THAT THE GAS TANK HAD TO BE REP...

Jul 3, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLES GAS TANK WAS LEAKING. A CERTIFIED INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THE CAUSE TO BE A DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TA KEN INTO DEALERS FOR CONFIRMATION.

Jul 3, 2006 Fuel System, Gasoline

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLES GAS TANK WAS LEAKING. A CERTIFIED INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DETERMINED THE CAUSE TO BE A DEFECT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TA KEN INTO DEALERS FOR CONFIRMATION.

Jun 27, 2006 Electrical System 83,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED DUE TO A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY. THERE IS A RECALL, #99V325000, PERTAINING TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WIRING. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME CHARACTERISTICS AS LISTED IN THE RECALL HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN.

Jun 27, 2006 Electrical System 83,000 mi

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED DUE TO A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY. THERE IS A RECALL, #99V325000, PERTAINING TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WIRING. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME CHARACTERISTICS AS LISTED IN THE RECALL HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO THE VIN.

Feb 6, 2006 Seat Belts

1999 KIA SPORTAGE SEAT BELT LOST ALL TENSION AND BECAME LOOSE. INERTIA REEL BROKE AND DISCONNECTED WHERE IT WAS ATTACHED TO THE BODY OR A HARD POINT. *TS *JB

Feb 6, 2006 Seat Belts

1999 KIA SPORTAGE SEAT BELT LOST ALL TENSION AND BECAME LOOSE. INERTIA REEL BROKE AND DISCONNECTED WHERE IT WAS ATTACHED TO THE BODY OR A HARD POINT. *TS *JB

Jan 20, 2006 Seat Belts

THE CONTACT HAS A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 AND IT HAS A SEAT BELT PROBLEM. WHEN THE REAR DRIVER SEAT BUCKLE IS LATCHED IT DOES NOT LOCK OR MAKE A CLICKING SOUND DURING THE BUCKLING PROCESS. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED 2 MONTHS AGO. THE CONTACT INFORMED THE LOCAL KIA SERVICE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE REAR SEAT BE...

Jan 20, 2006 Seat Belts

THE CONTACT HAS A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 AND IT HAS A SEAT BELT PROBLEM. WHEN THE REAR DRIVER SEAT BUCKLE IS LATCHED IT DOES NOT LOCK OR MAKE A CLICKING SOUND DURING THE BUCKLING PROCESS. THIS PROBLEM OCCURRED 2 MONTHS AGO. THE CONTACT INFORMED THE LOCAL KIA SERVICE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE REAR SEAT BE...

Nov 28, 2005 Seat Belts 55,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRAYED. THE FRAYING WAS SO BAD THAT THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WOULD NOT SLIDE DOWN CORRECTLY. HE HAS BEEN IN CONTACT WITH KIA, AND THEY OFFERED NO FREE REMEDY. *AK

Nov 28, 2005 Seat Belts 55,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATED THE SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRAYED. THE FRAYING WAS SO BAD THAT THE BUCKLE ASSEMBLY WOULD NOT SLIDE DOWN CORRECTLY. HE HAS BEEN IN CONTACT WITH KIA, AND THEY OFFERED NO FREE REMEDY. *AK

Nov 25, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

DT: THE CONTACT SMELLED GAS FUMES APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK AGO. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, AND HE FOUND THE SKID PLATE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE TANK HELD MOISTURE AGAINST THE TANK, AND CAUSED IT TO RUST. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED AT THIS TIME. *AK

Nov 25, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

DT: THE CONTACT SMELLED GAS FUMES APPROXIMATELY ONE WEEK AGO. HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, AND HE FOUND THE SKID PLATE ON THE BOTTOM OF THE TANK HELD MOISTURE AGAINST THE TANK, AND CAUSED IT TO RUST. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED AT THIS TIME. *AK

Nov 6, 2005 Tires Crash 92,955 mi

IN JUNE OF 2004 MY HUSBAND WAS ON HIS WAY TO DROP SOMETHING OFF TO ME AT WORK. HIM AND MY SON MADE A RIGHT ONTO ONE OF THE BACK ROADS. THEY HAD TO COME AROUND A BIG CORNER HE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN GOING 25 MPH. THE REPLACEMENT TIRES I HAD PURCHASED AT SEARS, AMERITRAC SUV TIRES P20575R15 THE RIGHT FRO...

Nov 6, 2005 Tires Crash 92,955 mi

IN JUNE OF 2004 MY HUSBAND WAS ON HIS WAY TO DROP SOMETHING OFF TO ME AT WORK. HIM AND MY SON MADE A RIGHT ONTO ONE OF THE BACK ROADS. THEY HAD TO COME AROUND A BIG CORNER HE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN GOING 25 MPH. THE REPLACEMENT TIRES I HAD PURCHASED AT SEARS, AMERITRAC SUV TIRES P20575R15 THE RIGHT FRO...

Oct 7, 2005 Electrical System 65,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATES THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WILL STAY ON WHICH CAUSED THE BATTERY TO DIE. A FUSE KEPT BLOWING, OUT, BUT SHE WAS NOT SURE WHICH FUSE. SHE HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT THE CAR, AND HE SAID THE PROBLEM WAS DEFINITELY ELECTRICAL. SHE STARTED HAVING THIS PROBLEM AT THE END OF AUGUST. THE CONT...

Oct 7, 2005 Electrical System 65,000 mi

DT: THE CONTACT STATES THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WILL STAY ON WHICH CAUSED THE BATTERY TO DIE. A FUSE KEPT BLOWING, OUT, BUT SHE WAS NOT SURE WHICH FUSE. SHE HAD A MECHANIC LOOK AT THE CAR, AND HE SAID THE PROBLEM WAS DEFINITELY ELECTRICAL. SHE STARTED HAVING THIS PROBLEM AT THE END OF AUGUST. THE CONT...

Sep 12, 2005 Electrical System 100,000 mi

DT: THE VEHICLE TAKES ABOUT TWENTY MINUTES TO START, IT WILL TURN OVER. THE VEHICLE WILL STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, AND IT WILL SHAKE RIGHT BEFORE STALLING.. FOUND RECALL 99V325000 FOR THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING BUT KIA SAID MY VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. TOOK VEHICLE ...

Sep 12, 2005 Electrical System 100,000 mi

DT: THE VEHICLE TAKES ABOUT TWENTY MINUTES TO START, IT WILL TURN OVER. THE VEHICLE WILL STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, AND IT WILL SHAKE RIGHT BEFORE STALLING.. FOUND RECALL 99V325000 FOR THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WIRING BUT KIA SAID MY VEHICLE NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL DUE TO VIN. TOOK VEHICLE ...

Sep 1, 2005 Electrical System 71,200 mi

VEHICLE DOES NOT WANT TO START, HOWEVER, THE RADIO AND POWER WINDOWS ARE STILL WORKING SO IT IS NOT A BATTERY ISSUE. ONCE THE VEHICLE DID START IT WOULD DIE WHEN YOU STARTED UP FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND/OR SOMETIMES WOULD SIMPLY DIE WHEN PUT YOUR FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP...

Sep 1, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 71,200 mi

VEHICLE DOES NOT WANT TO START, HOWEVER, THE RADIO AND POWER WINDOWS ARE STILL WORKING SO IT IS NOT A BATTERY ISSUE. ONCE THE VEHICLE DID START IT WOULD DIE WHEN YOU STARTED UP FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND/OR SOMETIMES WOULD SIMPLY DIE WHEN PUT YOUR FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP...

Sep 1, 2005 Electrical System 71,200 mi

VEHICLE DOES NOT WANT TO START, HOWEVER, THE RADIO AND POWER WINDOWS ARE STILL WORKING SO IT IS NOT A BATTERY ISSUE. ONCE THE VEHICLE DID START IT WOULD DIE WHEN YOU STARTED UP FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND/OR SOMETIMES WOULD SIMPLY DIE WHEN PUT YOUR FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP...

Sep 1, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 71,200 mi

VEHICLE DOES NOT WANT TO START, HOWEVER, THE RADIO AND POWER WINDOWS ARE STILL WORKING SO IT IS NOT A BATTERY ISSUE. ONCE THE VEHICLE DID START IT WOULD DIE WHEN YOU STARTED UP FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND/OR SOMETIMES WOULD SIMPLY DIE WHEN PUT YOUR FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP...

Aug 30, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,500 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE HAS HAD TIMING BELT REPLACED THREE TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT CAR NEW IN 1999. WHILE TRAVELING ON NJ TURNPIKE, WHAT WE BELIEVED WAS THE TIMING BELT YET AGAIN WAS THE CRANK SHAFT AT THE HARMONIC BALANCE (WHICH HOLDS THE TIMING BELT IN PLACE) COMPLETELY SNAPPED INTO TWO PIECES INSIDE THE E...

Aug 30, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 62,500 mi

1999 KIA SPORTAGE HAS HAD TIMING BELT REPLACED THREE TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT CAR NEW IN 1999. WHILE TRAVELING ON NJ TURNPIKE, WHAT WE BELIEVED WAS THE TIMING BELT YET AGAIN WAS THE CRANK SHAFT AT THE HARMONIC BALANCE (WHICH HOLDS THE TIMING BELT IN PLACE) COMPLETELY SNAPPED INTO TWO PIECES INSIDE THE E...

Aug 5, 2005 Seat Belts

IN DECEMBER OF 2000 I PURCHASED A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 FROM MCGRATH IN ELGIN, IL. FROM THE BEGINNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND THE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERED. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND WHY THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. ON AUGUST 2, ...

Aug 5, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

IN DECEMBER OF 2000 I PURCHASED A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 FROM MCGRATH IN ELGIN, IL. FROM THE BEGINNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND THE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERED. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND WHY THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. ON AUGUST 2, ...

Aug 5, 2005 Electrical System

IN DECEMBER OF 2000 I PURCHASED A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 FROM MCGRATH IN ELGIN, IL. FROM THE BEGINNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND THE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERED. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND WHY THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. ON AUGUST 2, ...

Aug 5, 2005 Seat Belts

IN DECEMBER OF 2000 I PURCHASED A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 FROM MCGRATH IN ELGIN, IL. FROM THE BEGINNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND THE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERED. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND WHY THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. ON AUGUST 2, ...

Aug 5, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline

IN DECEMBER OF 2000 I PURCHASED A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 FROM MCGRATH IN ELGIN, IL. FROM THE BEGINNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND THE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERED. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND WHY THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. ON AUGUST 2, ...

Aug 5, 2005 Electrical System

IN DECEMBER OF 2000 I PURCHASED A KIA SPORTAGE 1999 FROM MCGRATH IN ELGIN, IL. FROM THE BEGINNING THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE DID NOT ALWAYS LOCK AND THE INTERIOR & EXTERIOR LIGHTS FLICKERED. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP BUT THEY COULD NOT FIND WHY THE LIGHTS FLICKERED. ON AUGUST 2, ...

Aug 3, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 6,900 mi

DT: THE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT. FUEL TANK WAS RUSTED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED ,AND THE BOLTS BROKE. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. MARATHON TOLD CONSUMRER THE NEED OF A NEED A NEW FUELPUMP. CONTACTED A COUPLE OF KIA DEALERS THEY SAID THERE WERE AFRAID SOMEONE ELSE MAY BREAK THE BOLTS. THIS HAPPENED...

Aug 3, 2005 Fuel System, Gasoline 6,900 mi

DT: THE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT. FUEL TANK WAS RUSTED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED ,AND THE BOLTS BROKE. THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. MARATHON TOLD CONSUMRER THE NEED OF A NEED A NEW FUELPUMP. CONTACTED A COUPLE OF KIA DEALERS THEY SAID THERE WERE AFRAID SOMEONE ELSE MAY BREAK THE BOLTS. THIS HAPPENED...

Jul 11, 2005 Steering 63,000 mi

LAST YEAR I HAD A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE ON MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AS FAR AS I CAN TELL THE LOCKDOWN NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED CORRECTLY CAUSING WATER TO GET IN AND CORRODING THE LINKAGE BETWEEN THE TIE ROD ENDS. I HAPPENED TO BE MOVING THE CAR THIS WEEKEND AND HEARD AN AWFUL KLUNKING SOUND, UPON SOM...

Jul 11, 2005 Steering 63,000 mi

LAST YEAR I HAD A FRONT END ALIGNMENT DONE ON MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AS FAR AS I CAN TELL THE LOCKDOWN NUTS WERE NOT TIGHTENED CORRECTLY CAUSING WATER TO GET IN AND CORRODING THE LINKAGE BETWEEN THE TIE ROD ENDS. I HAPPENED TO BE MOVING THE CAR THIS WEEKEND AND HEARD AN AWFUL KLUNKING SOUND, UPON SOM...

Jun 6, 2005 Tires 114,000 mi

DT: FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT ALTHOUGH AIR WAS STILL IN TIRE. BUT, THE TREAD COMPLETELY COME OFF, AND TOOK ALL THE WIRING TO THE FUSE BOX WITH IT. VEHICLE WILL NOT START. ALSO, TOOK SOME OF THE BUMPER AND TURN SIGNAL OFF . *AK

Jun 6, 2005 Tires 114,000 mi

DT: FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT ALTHOUGH AIR WAS STILL IN TIRE. BUT, THE TREAD COMPLETELY COME OFF, AND TOOK ALL THE WIRING TO THE FUSE BOX WITH IT. VEHICLE WILL NOT START. ALSO, TOOK SOME OF THE BUMPER AND TURN SIGNAL OFF . *AK

Mar 29, 2005 Electrical System

MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WILL NOT START OCCASIONALLY. I LOOKED ON THE WEB TO FIND THE ERROR AND FOUND RECALL NUMBER 99V325000 THAT IS FOR AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WIRING RECALL. I TOOK MY SPORTAGE INTO THE DEALER AND EXPLAINED THAT THE SPORTAGE OCCASSIONALLY WOULD NOT START, EVERYTHING ELSE WOULD WORK PERF...

Mar 29, 2005 Electrical System

MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WILL NOT START OCCASIONALLY. I LOOKED ON THE WEB TO FIND THE ERROR AND FOUND RECALL NUMBER 99V325000 THAT IS FOR AN ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: WIRING RECALL. I TOOK MY SPORTAGE INTO THE DEALER AND EXPLAINED THAT THE SPORTAGE OCCASSIONALLY WOULD NOT START, EVERYTHING ELSE WOULD WORK PERF...

Mar 15, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

UPON BEING AT A STOP ENGINE REVVED, AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED, LANDING IN AN INTERSECTION; WHICH CAUSED A COLLISION. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A SEMI TRUCK. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DUE TO A PREVIOUS INCIDENT VEHICLE WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. HOWEVER, VEHICLE ACCELERATED, AND TOOK ...

Mar 15, 2005 Air Bags Crash

UPON BEING AT A STOP ENGINE REVVED, AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED, LANDING IN AN INTERSECTION; WHICH CAUSED A COLLISION. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A SEMI TRUCK. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DUE TO A PREVIOUS INCIDENT VEHICLE WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. HOWEVER, VEHICLE ACCELERATED, AND TOOK ...

Mar 15, 2005 Vehicle Speed Control Crash

UPON BEING AT A STOP ENGINE REVVED, AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED, LANDING IN AN INTERSECTION; WHICH CAUSED A COLLISION. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A SEMI TRUCK. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DUE TO A PREVIOUS INCIDENT VEHICLE WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. HOWEVER, VEHICLE ACCELERATED, AND TOOK ...

Mar 15, 2005 Air Bags Crash

UPON BEING AT A STOP ENGINE REVVED, AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED, LANDING IN AN INTERSECTION; WHICH CAUSED A COLLISION. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT A SEMI TRUCK. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DUE TO A PREVIOUS INCIDENT VEHICLE WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE. HOWEVER, VEHICLE ACCELERATED, AND TOOK ...

Feb 26, 2005 Structure 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING HOME AT THE END OF NOVEMEBER WITH MY 4 CHILDREN 13,12, 2 AND18 MONTH OLD TWINS MY CAR BEGAN TO ROCK FROM SIDE TO SIDE OUT OF CONTROL. I PULLED OVER AND FIGURED IT WAS A FLAT TIRE. IT WAS NOT. I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE HOME AND THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS MY POWER STEERING. IN ORDER TO DRIVE THE C...

Feb 26, 2005 Structure 80,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING HOME AT THE END OF NOVEMEBER WITH MY 4 CHILDREN 13,12, 2 AND18 MONTH OLD TWINS MY CAR BEGAN TO ROCK FROM SIDE TO SIDE OUT OF CONTROL. I PULLED OVER AND FIGURED IT WAS A FLAT TIRE. IT WAS NOT. I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE HOME AND THOUGHT MAYBE IT WAS MY POWER STEERING. IN ORDER TO DRIVE THE C...

Feb 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,043 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 60043 MILES. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE BRAND NEW. THE VEHICLE STALLED AT 40 MPH, LUCKILY, IT DID NOT STALLED AT 75 MPH WHILE I WAS TAKING ONE OF MY DAILY TRIPS TO OK CITY BECAUSE IT WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS. THE CRANKSHAFT SHEARED OFF FLUSH WITH THE ENGIN...

Feb 21, 2005 Engine And Engine Cooling 60,043 mi

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 60043 MILES. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE BRAND NEW. THE VEHICLE STALLED AT 40 MPH, LUCKILY, IT DID NOT STALLED AT 75 MPH WHILE I WAS TAKING ONE OF MY DAILY TRIPS TO OK CITY BECAUSE IT WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS. THE CRANKSHAFT SHEARED OFF FLUSH WITH THE ENGIN...

Dec 20, 2004 Visibility 117,000 mi

HEATER COIL WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE LAST TIME THE VEHICLE BROKE DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BRIDGE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THE HEATER COIL WAS REPLACED. *AK

Dec 20, 2004 Visibility 117,000 mi

HEATER COIL WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES. THE LAST TIME THE VEHICLE BROKE DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BRIDGE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED, AND THE HEATER COIL WAS REPLACED. *AK

Dec 16, 2004 Power Train 67,500 mi

4 WHEEL DRIVE HUBS WON'T ENGAGE ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE STRAINS AS IF IT IS IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE, AND THE DISPLAY SHOWS IT IS ENGAGED.*AK

Dec 16, 2004 Power Train 67,500 mi

4 WHEEL DRIVE HUBS WON'T ENGAGE ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE STRAINS AS IF IT IS IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE, AND THE DISPLAY SHOWS IT IS ENGAGED.*AK

Oct 4, 2004 Steering 42,000 mi

CONSUMER NOTICED RED LIQUID ON DRIVEWAY. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED THAT POWER STEERING HOSE RUSTED AND BROKE. THIS WAS A COMMON FAILURE WITH THESE VEHICLES.*AK

Oct 4, 2004 Steering 42,000 mi

CONSUMER NOTICED RED LIQUID ON DRIVEWAY. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED THAT POWER STEERING HOSE RUSTED AND BROKE. THIS WAS A COMMON FAILURE WITH THESE VEHICLES.*AK

Oct 2, 2004 Seat Belts

THE RETRACTOR TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT JUST FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE DOWN THE ROAD. AND WHEN I SAY FELL OFF, I MEAN LITERALLY FELL OFF. MY DAUGHTER HEARD THE RETRACTOR FALL DOWN THE SIDE PANEL. THE SEATBEAT THEN HAD NO RESISTANCE AND WOULD NOT RETRACT, LEAVING THE SEATBELT USELESS....

Oct 2, 2004 Seat Belts

THE RETRACTOR TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT JUST FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE DOWN THE ROAD. AND WHEN I SAY FELL OFF, I MEAN LITERALLY FELL OFF. MY DAUGHTER HEARD THE RETRACTOR FALL DOWN THE SIDE PANEL. THE SEATBEAT THEN HAD NO RESISTANCE AND WOULD NOT RETRACT, LEAVING THE SEATBELT USELESS....

Aug 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AS MENTIONED IN NHTSA RECALL 99V325000. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT UNDER TENSION BY MOVEMENT OF THE ENGINE, THUS PULLING THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS, AND LOOSENING THEM . THIS RESULTS IN A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY. DEALERSHIP INDICA...

Aug 9, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER HAD THE SAME PROBLEMS AS MENTIONED IN NHTSA RECALL 99V325000. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT UNDER TENSION BY MOVEMENT OF THE ENGINE, THUS PULLING THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS, AND LOOSENING THEM . THIS RESULTS IN A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY. DEALERSHIP INDICA...

Jul 30, 2004 Electrical System 86,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS WAS NOT A RECALL PERTAINING TO THE INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM ALL DATA 2CMP01C1. *AK THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXHIBITED ALL THE SYMPTOM...

Jul 30, 2004 Electrical System 86,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE STALLED. CONSUMER TRIED TO RESTART VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. DEALER INFORMED CONSUMER THAT THIS WAS NOT A RECALL PERTAINING TO THE INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM ALL DATA 2CMP01C1. *AK THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE EXHIBITED ALL THE SYMPTOM...

Jul 20, 2004 Power Train 30,000 mi

VEHICLE HAD DRIVESHAFT REPLACED EVERY 20,000 MILES DUE TO WEAR. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON WET ROAD CONDITION, WATER IS GETTING INTO THE SEAL. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *LA

Jul 20, 2004 Power Train 30,000 mi

VEHICLE HAD DRIVESHAFT REPLACED EVERY 20,000 MILES DUE TO WEAR. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON WET ROAD CONDITION, WATER IS GETTING INTO THE SEAL. DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. *LA

Apr 20, 2004 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A GUARD RAIL AND AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *PH ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, THE CONSUMER HAD A FALT TIRE, AND WHEN SHE REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE, THE DOOR AND GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Tires Crash

VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A GUARD RAIL AND AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *PH ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, THE CONSUMER HAD A FALT TIRE, AND WHEN SHE REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE, THE DOOR AND GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Structure Crash

VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A GUARD RAIL AND AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *PH ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, THE CONSUMER HAD A FALT TIRE, AND WHEN SHE REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE, THE DOOR AND GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A GUARD RAIL AND AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *PH ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, THE CONSUMER HAD A FALT TIRE, AND WHEN SHE REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE, THE DOOR AND GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Tires Crash

VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A GUARD RAIL AND AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *PH ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, THE CONSUMER HAD A FALT TIRE, AND WHEN SHE REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE, THE DOOR AND GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. *JB

Apr 20, 2004 Structure Crash

VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A GUARD RAIL AND AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. *PH ON A SEPARATE OCCASION, THE CONSUMER HAD A FALT TIRE, AND WHEN SHE REMOVED THE SPARE TIRE, THE DOOR AND GATE WOULD NOT CLOSE. *JB

Mar 8, 2004 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT WIRING AND CONNECTORS FAILED. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT WIRING AND CONNECTORS FAILED. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT WIRING AND CONNECTORS FAILED. *AK

Mar 8, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP, AND TECHNICIAN DETERMINED THAT WIRING AND CONNECTORS FAILED. *AK

Feb 23, 2004 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS RANDOMLY SHORT OUT. A FEW MONTHS AFTER I GOT THE CAR. I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES BEFORE THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD STAY ON. THINGS WERE OK FOR A WHILE BUT ON 02/06/04 HEADLIGHTS SHORTED OUT AGAIN. 02/07/04 HEADLIGHTS WERE BACK ON. 02/09/04 HEADLIGHTS OUT. BROUGHT CAR IN...

Feb 23, 2004 Electrical System

HEADLIGHTS RANDOMLY SHORT OUT. A FEW MONTHS AFTER I GOT THE CAR. I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES BEFORE THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD STAY ON. THINGS WERE OK FOR A WHILE BUT ON 02/06/04 HEADLIGHTS SHORTED OUT AGAIN. 02/07/04 HEADLIGHTS WERE BACK ON. 02/09/04 HEADLIGHTS OUT. BROUGHT CAR IN...

Feb 23, 2004 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS RANDOMLY SHORT OUT. A FEW MONTHS AFTER I GOT THE CAR. I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES BEFORE THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD STAY ON. THINGS WERE OK FOR A WHILE BUT ON 02/06/04 HEADLIGHTS SHORTED OUT AGAIN. 02/07/04 HEADLIGHTS WERE BACK ON. 02/09/04 HEADLIGHTS OUT. BROUGHT CAR IN...

Feb 23, 2004 Electrical System

HEADLIGHTS RANDOMLY SHORT OUT. A FEW MONTHS AFTER I GOT THE CAR. I BROUGHT THE CAR BACK TO DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES BEFORE THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD STAY ON. THINGS WERE OK FOR A WHILE BUT ON 02/06/04 HEADLIGHTS SHORTED OUT AGAIN. 02/07/04 HEADLIGHTS WERE BACK ON. 02/09/04 HEADLIGHTS OUT. BROUGHT CAR IN...

Jan 30, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATED THAT FUEL LINE WAS TOO CLOSE TO THE BATTERY. ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO A FUEL LINE BROKE AND SPRAYED GAS ALL OVER THE HOOD AND MOTOR, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A FIRE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND HAD FUEL LINE REPAIRED. *AK

Jan 30, 2004 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATED THAT FUEL LINE WAS TOO CLOSE TO THE BATTERY. ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO A FUEL LINE BROKE AND SPRAYED GAS ALL OVER THE HOOD AND MOTOR, WHICH COULD HAVE CAUSED A FIRE. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO A MECHANIC AND HAD FUEL LINE REPAIRED. *AK

Jan 15, 2004 Steering Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,280 mi

\T\T\T\T 11/16/02\TGENERAL DIAGNOSTICS AFTER PURCHASE\T NO STORED CODES \T $75.50 \T\TTIMING CHECK - DISCONNECT BATTERY\T\T 11/29/02\TENGINE BUCKS ON ACCELERATION\T NO STORED CODES\T $87.26 \T BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE REPLACED\T\T 0...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,280 mi

\T\T\T\T 11/16/02\TGENERAL DIAGNOSTICS AFTER PURCHASE\T NO STORED CODES \T $75.50 \T\TTIMING CHECK - DISCONNECT BATTERY\T\T 11/29/02\TENGINE BUCKS ON ACCELERATION\T NO STORED CODES\T $87.26 \T BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE REPLACED\T\T 0...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 50,280 mi

\T\T\T\T 11/16/02\TGENERAL DIAGNOSTICS AFTER PURCHASE\T NO STORED CODES \T $75.50 \T\TTIMING CHECK - DISCONNECT BATTERY\T\T 11/29/02\TENGINE BUCKS ON ACCELERATION\T NO STORED CODES\T $87.26 \T BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE REPLACED\T\T 0...

Jan 15, 2004 Steering Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Suspension Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other Crash

I AM THE OWNER OF A 99 KIA SPORTAGE WITH ONLY 19000 MILES ON IT BOUGHT NEW WITH ONLY 10 MILES ON IT BACK IN 99. THIS SUV HAS BEEN NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS FROM DAY ONE, WITH EVERYTHING FROM THE AC TO THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE NEEDING REPAIRED TWICE IN ONE DAY, TO THE MOST SERIOUS PROBLEM HAPPENING ON 8-19-02 ...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,280 mi

\T\T\T\T 11/16/02\TGENERAL DIAGNOSTICS AFTER PURCHASE\T NO STORED CODES \T $75.50 \T\TTIMING CHECK - DISCONNECT BATTERY\T\T 11/29/02\TENGINE BUCKS ON ACCELERATION\T NO STORED CODES\T $87.26 \T BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE REPLACED\T\T 0...

Jan 15, 2004 Engine And Engine Cooling 50,280 mi

\T\T\T\T 11/16/02\TGENERAL DIAGNOSTICS AFTER PURCHASE\T NO STORED CODES \T $75.50 \T\TTIMING CHECK - DISCONNECT BATTERY\T\T 11/29/02\TENGINE BUCKS ON ACCELERATION\T NO STORED CODES\T $87.26 \T BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE REPLACED\T\T 0...

Jan 15, 2004 Unknown Or Other 50,280 mi

\T\T\T\T 11/16/02\TGENERAL DIAGNOSTICS AFTER PURCHASE\T NO STORED CODES \T $75.50 \T\TTIMING CHECK - DISCONNECT BATTERY\T\T 11/29/02\TENGINE BUCKS ON ACCELERATION\T NO STORED CODES\T $87.26 \T BROKEN CENTER CONSOLE REPLACED\T\T 0...

Jan 13, 2004 Fuel System, Other

IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING THIS USED VEHICLE, IT WOULD SPUTTER AND DIE WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE GAS. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. I WOULD TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY WOULD ALLEGEDLY FIX THE PROBLEM THAN THE NEXT DAY IT WOULD DO IT AGAIN. I HAD POCESSION ...

Jan 13, 2004 Electrical System

EMAIL REGARDING RECENT COMPLAINT SUBMITTED INVOLVING 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ODI# 10023549.*MR THE VEHICLE PREVIOUSLY HAD A RECALL PERFORMED REGARDING THE WIRING HARNESS, NOW THE VEHICLE IS STALLING AND SURGING. THE CONSUMER CAN NOT AFFORD A NEW CAR SO HE WANTS THE VEHICLE HE HAS TO BE SAFE TO DRIVE. *CB ...

Jan 13, 2004 Fuel System, Other

IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING THIS USED VEHICLE, IT WOULD SPUTTER AND DIE WHEN APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE GAS. THIS USUALLY HAPPENS IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. I WOULD TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY WOULD ALLEGEDLY FIX THE PROBLEM THAN THE NEXT DAY IT WOULD DO IT AGAIN. I HAD POCESSION ...

Jan 13, 2004 Electrical System

EMAIL REGARDING RECENT COMPLAINT SUBMITTED INVOLVING 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ODI# 10023549.*MR THE VEHICLE PREVIOUSLY HAD A RECALL PERFORMED REGARDING THE WIRING HARNESS, NOW THE VEHICLE IS STALLING AND SURGING. THE CONSUMER CAN NOT AFFORD A NEW CAR SO HE WANTS THE VEHICLE HE HAS TO BE SAFE TO DRIVE. *CB ...

Dec 6, 2003 Power Train 52,000 mi

THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING HUBS ON MY '99 KIA SPORTAGE HAVE FAILED AGAIN. THIS IS 4 TIMES IN 4 YEARS. I HAVE HAD A VACUUM LINE REPLACED AND THE ENTIRE FRONT ASSEMBLY REPLACED. LAST YEAR THEY WOULD NOT WORK DURING A SNOW STORM , CAUSING ME TO ALMOST GET STUCK IN A SNOW DRIFT. HAD THE VEHICLE TO THE ...

Dec 6, 2003 Power Train 52,000 mi

THE AUTOMATIC LOCKING HUBS ON MY '99 KIA SPORTAGE HAVE FAILED AGAIN. THIS IS 4 TIMES IN 4 YEARS. I HAVE HAD A VACUUM LINE REPLACED AND THE ENTIRE FRONT ASSEMBLY REPLACED. LAST YEAR THEY WOULD NOT WORK DURING A SNOW STORM , CAUSING ME TO ALMOST GET STUCK IN A SNOW DRIFT. HAD THE VEHICLE TO THE ...

Dec 4, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 33,000 mi

VEHICLE FAILED STATE INSPECTION. FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *PH

Dec 4, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline 33,000 mi

VEHICLE FAILED STATE INSPECTION. FUEL TANK WAS LEAKING, AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. DEALER NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *PH

Oct 23, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED BY THE DEALER IN 2001, RATTLING AND NOT WORKING CORRECTLY SINCE (ENGINE LIGHT ON - DIAGNOSTIC SAYS CONVERTER), RETURN TO DEALER APPROXIMATELY. 2 MONTHS LATER, THEY VERIFIED EVERYTHING WAS OK, WOULD NOT PASS SMOG THE NEXT YEAR, RETURNED TO DEALER THEY SAY...

Oct 23, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 40,000 mi

CATALYTIC CONVERTER WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED BY THE DEALER IN 2001, RATTLING AND NOT WORKING CORRECTLY SINCE (ENGINE LIGHT ON - DIAGNOSTIC SAYS CONVERTER), RETURN TO DEALER APPROXIMATELY. 2 MONTHS LATER, THEY VERIFIED EVERYTHING WAS OK, WOULD NOT PASS SMOG THE NEXT YEAR, RETURNED TO DEALER THEY SAY...

Oct 21, 2003 Air Bags Crash 37,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH AN IMPACT WAS SUSTAINED AT 50 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, VEHICLE CAME EQUIPPED WITH KNEE BOLSTERS UNDERNEATH THE STEERING COLUMN. AS A RESULT THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.*AK

Oct 21, 2003 Air Bags Crash 37,000 mi

VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN WHICH AN IMPACT WAS SUSTAINED AT 50 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, VEHICLE CAME EQUIPPED WITH KNEE BOLSTERS UNDERNEATH THE STEERING COLUMN. AS A RESULT THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES, AND VEHICLE WAS TOTALED.*AK

Oct 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY STALL. AFTER A FEW MINUTES SITTING VEHICLE CAN BE RESTARTED. MANUFACTURER AND DEALER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM.*AK

Oct 10, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 56,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY STALL. AFTER A FEW MINUTES SITTING VEHICLE CAN BE RESTARTED. MANUFACTURER AND DEALER HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM.*AK

Sep 10, 2003 Electrical System 55,500 mi

ECM NOT OPERABLE (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REOCCURRING AFTER SERVICE VISITS) GOING ON 8 VISIS TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. 2 MISDIAGNOSIS , GAS CAP NOT TIGHT ENOUGH, FUEL CANISTER VALVE. PURCHASED USED 2 MONTHS AGO, PROBLEM OCCURRED 1 MONTH AFTER OWNERSHIP. HAVE WARRANTY WITH DEDUCTIBLE. HAVE...

Sep 10, 2003 Electrical System 55,500 mi

ECM NOT OPERABLE (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REOCCURRING AFTER SERVICE VISITS) GOING ON 8 VISIS TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. 2 MISDIAGNOSIS , GAS CAP NOT TIGHT ENOUGH, FUEL CANISTER VALVE. PURCHASED USED 2 MONTHS AGO, PROBLEM OCCURRED 1 MONTH AFTER OWNERSHIP. HAVE WARRANTY WITH DEDUCTIBLE. HAVE...

Sep 1, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

SMELL OF EXHAUST COMING FROM UNDER HOOD AGAIN. HAS BEEN IN SHOP NUMBER OF TIMES, CHECK ENGINE CAME ON 50 MILES AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS.RUNS VERY BAD, SAME AS BEFORE REPAIRS. HAS BEEN OUT OF WARRNETY FOR WHILE, PAY FOR REPAIRS OUT OF POCKET. *AK

Sep 1, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

SMELL OF EXHAUST COMING FROM UNDER HOOD AGAIN. HAS BEEN IN SHOP NUMBER OF TIMES, CHECK ENGINE CAME ON 50 MILES AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS.RUNS VERY BAD, SAME AS BEFORE REPAIRS. HAS BEEN OUT OF WARRNETY FOR WHILE, PAY FOR REPAIRS OUT OF POCKET. *AK

Jul 28, 2003 Electrical System

1999 KIA SPORTAGE WIRING HARNESS, THROTTLE BODY POSITION, FUEL PUMP REPLACED, ETC.... NAR 07/28/2003.*MR *CB

Jul 28, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

1999 KIA SPORTAGE WIRING HARNESS, THROTTLE BODY POSITION, FUEL PUMP REPLACED, ETC.... NAR 07/28/2003.*MR *CB

Jul 28, 2003 Electrical System

1999 KIA SPORTAGE WIRING HARNESS, THROTTLE BODY POSITION, FUEL PUMP REPLACED, ETC.... NAR 07/28/2003.*MR *CB

Jul 28, 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline

1999 KIA SPORTAGE WIRING HARNESS, THROTTLE BODY POSITION, FUEL PUMP REPLACED, ETC.... NAR 07/28/2003.*MR *CB

Jun 26, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

GAS PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN, VEHICLE DOESN'T GO ANYWHERE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE FOR THE LAST PAST TWO YEARS ;REPLACED A NUMBER OF PARTS, AND STILL PROBLEM OCCURS *AK

Jun 26, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 KIA SPORTAGE 4DR ECM TROUBLE CODE 171 - LEFT BANK LEAN. DEALERSHIP HAS HAD VEHICLE FOR OVER A WEEK AND IS NOT ABLE TO FIX. *AK

Jun 26, 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

GAS PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY DOWN, VEHICLE DOESN'T GO ANYWHERE. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE FOR THE LAST PAST TWO YEARS ;REPLACED A NUMBER OF PARTS, AND STILL PROBLEM OCCURS *AK

Jun 26, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

1999 KIA SPORTAGE 4DR ECM TROUBLE CODE 171 - LEFT BANK LEAN. DEALERSHIP HAS HAD VEHICLE FOR OVER A WEEK AND IS NOT ABLE TO FIX. *AK

Jun 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION EXHAUST FUMES ARE ENTERING THE PASSENGER CABIN.*AK

Jun 24, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

KIA SPORTAGE 1999: BRAKE SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BY THE DEALERSHIP EVERY 15000 MILES, ROTORS EVERY 50,000. *JB

Jun 24, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 43,000 mi

DURING VEHICLE OPERATION EXHAUST FUMES ARE ENTERING THE PASSENGER CABIN.*AK

Jun 24, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 15,000 mi

KIA SPORTAGE 1999: BRAKE SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BY THE DEALERSHIP EVERY 15000 MILES, ROTORS EVERY 50,000. *JB

Jun 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,000 mi

99 KIA SPORTAGE SURGES WHEN STARTING AND IDLES SO ROUGH WHEN STOPPED THAT YOU THINK THE CAR WILL DIE, HAS DIED A FEW TIMES. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE TO REPAIR. ALL RECALL WORK WAS DONE, INCLUDING THE WIRING HARNESS FIX SC014, BUT THERE WAS NO SYMPTOM OF PROBLEM THEN. EXTEND...

Jun 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,000 mi

99 KIA SPORTAGE SURGES WHEN STARTING AND IDLES SO ROUGH WHEN STOPPED THAT YOU THINK THE CAR WILL DIE, HAS DIED A FEW TIMES. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE TO REPAIR. ALL RECALL WORK WAS DONE, INCLUDING THE WIRING HARNESS FIX SC014, BUT THERE WAS NO SYMPTOM OF PROBLEM THEN. EXTEND...

Jun 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,000 mi

99 KIA SPORTAGE SURGES WHEN STARTING AND IDLES SO ROUGH WHEN STOPPED THAT YOU THINK THE CAR WILL DIE, HAS DIED A FEW TIMES. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE TO REPAIR. ALL RECALL WORK WAS DONE, INCLUDING THE WIRING HARNESS FIX SC014, BUT THERE WAS NO SYMPTOM OF PROBLEM THEN. EXTEND...

Jun 22, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 36,000 mi

99 KIA SPORTAGE SURGES WHEN STARTING AND IDLES SO ROUGH WHEN STOPPED THAT YOU THINK THE CAR WILL DIE, HAS DIED A FEW TIMES. DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE TO REPAIR. ALL RECALL WORK WAS DONE, INCLUDING THE WIRING HARNESS FIX SC014, BUT THERE WAS NO SYMPTOM OF PROBLEM THEN. EXTEND...

Jun 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,609 mi

ENGINE BELT AND PULLEYS FAIL EVERY 3 MONTHS AND HAVE TO BE REPLACED. CAUSE UNKNOWN.*AK

Jun 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 32,609 mi

ENGINE BELT AND PULLEYS FAIL EVERY 3 MONTHS AND HAVE TO BE REPLACED. CAUSE UNKNOWN.*AK

Apr 27, 2003 Electrical System 53,230 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. ON 23 APRIL, 2003 I ACCELERATED AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN AT AN INTERSECTION AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A "CLUNK" SOUND COMING FROM MY TRANSMISSION, MY VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION AND THE "HOLD" LIGHT AND THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON. I WA...

Apr 27, 2003 Electrical System 53,230 mi

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. ON 23 APRIL, 2003 I ACCELERATED AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN AT AN INTERSECTION AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A "CLUNK" SOUND COMING FROM MY TRANSMISSION, MY VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION AND THE "HOLD" LIGHT AND THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CAME ON. I WA...

Apr 9, 2003 Air Bags

WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. NONE OF THE VEHICLES AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONSUMERS RIGHT SHOULDER WAS INJURED AS A RESULT. *NLM

Apr 9, 2003 Air Bags

WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH THE CONSUMER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. NONE OF THE VEHICLES AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONSUMERS RIGHT SHOULDER WAS INJURED AS A RESULT. *NLM

Mar 27, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 10,000 mi

EXHAUST IS SUCKED INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHEN THE REAR VINYL WINDOW RELEASES FROM THE TRACK THAT IS SUPPOSE TO KEEP IT SECURED AND CLOSED. THE EXHAUST CAUSES ILLNESS AND HEADACHES. THE DESIGN OF THE WINDOW AND EXHAUST PIPE DO NOT ALLOW FOR AN EXHAUST FREE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *JB

Mar 27, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling 10,000 mi

EXHAUST IS SUCKED INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHEN THE REAR VINYL WINDOW RELEASES FROM THE TRACK THAT IS SUPPOSE TO KEEP IT SECURED AND CLOSED. THE EXHAUST CAUSES ILLNESS AND HEADACHES. THE DESIGN OF THE WINDOW AND EXHAUST PIPE DO NOT ALLOW FOR AN EXHAUST FREE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. *JB

Mar 3, 2003 Suspension Crash

THE RIGHT REAR SWAY BAR BROKE, WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO LOSE CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN A COLLISION.*AK *JB

Mar 3, 2003 Suspension Crash

THE RIGHT REAR SWAY BAR BROKE, WHICH CAUSED VEHICLE TO LOSE CONTROL, WHICH RESULTED IN A COLLISION.*AK *JB

Feb 7, 2003 Power Train

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE 4-WHEEL DRIVE, THE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, BUT 4-WHEEL DRIVE IS NOT ENGAGE. PH

Feb 7, 2003 Power Train

WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE 4-WHEEL DRIVE, THE LIGHT ILLUMINATES, BUT 4-WHEEL DRIVE IS NOT ENGAGE. PH

Feb 6, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS LOUD SQUEAKING AND GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR WHEEL. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. PH

Feb 6, 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE WAS LOUD SQUEAKING AND GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR WHEEL. PLEASE FILL IN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. PH

Jan 27, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH WINDSHIELD. ALSO STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK ON WINDSHIELD WHICH SHE DID NOT NOTICE IN THE MORNING WHEN SHE DROVE VEHICLE TO WORK. MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS CALL. *AK

Jan 27, 2003 Visibility

CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT HAVING PROBLEMS WITH WINDSHIELD. ALSO STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK ON WINDSHIELD WHICH SHE DID NOT NOTICE IN THE MORNING WHEN SHE DROVE VEHICLE TO WORK. MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED AT THE TIME OF THIS CALL. *AK

Jan 9, 2003 Fuel System, Other

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Electrical System

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Power Train

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Fuel System, Other

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Electrical System

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Power Train

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Jan 9, 2003 Engine And Engine Cooling

WE BOUGHT A 1999 KIA IN NOVEMBER OF 1999. SINCE THEN WE HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT TROUBLE WITH IT. EVERY SIX MONTHS THERE IS SOMETHING GONE WRONG WITH IT.

Dec 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 18, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED CAUSING A DISTRACTION TO THE CONSUMER. DEALER NOTIFIED. TS

Dec 11, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE AIR BAG MODULE FAILED CAUSING THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT AIR BAGS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. DEALER REPAIRED IN 06/02 AND NOW AIR BAG HAS FAILED AGAIN. DEALER IS UNABLE TO DETERMINE CAUSE OF CURRENT FAILURE. MR

Dec 11, 2002 Air Bags

CONSUMER STATES THAT THE AIR BAG MODULE FAILED CAUSING THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT AIR BAGS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE. DEALER REPAIRED IN 06/02 AND NOW AIR BAG HAS FAILED AGAIN. DEALER IS UNABLE TO DETERMINE CAUSE OF CURRENT FAILURE. MR

Nov 26, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 25MPH THE REAR STABILIZER BAR BROKE CAUSING THE UNIVERSAL JOINT TO GET BROKE ALSO. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDED FURTHER INFORMATION.. TS

Nov 26, 2002 Suspension

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 25MPH THE REAR STABILIZER BAR BROKE CAUSING THE UNIVERSAL JOINT TO GET BROKE ALSO. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDED FURTHER INFORMATION.. TS

Nov 19, 2002 Wheels

THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WILL NOT WORK. THIS IS THE FOURTH TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO ME. I LIVE ON A HILL AND IN THE NORTHERN N.H. I BROUGHT THIS CAR BECAUSE I NEED THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE AND I HAVE NOT BEEN TO IN PRESSED WITH IT SO FAR AND I HAVE OWNED IT GOING ON THREE YEARS. IN THOSE THREE YEARS I HA...

Nov 19, 2002 Wheels

THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WILL NOT WORK. THIS IS THE FOURTH TIME THIS HAS HAPPEN TO ME. I LIVE ON A HILL AND IN THE NORTHERN N.H. I BROUGHT THIS CAR BECAUSE I NEED THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE AND I HAVE NOT BEEN TO IN PRESSED WITH IT SO FAR AND I HAVE OWNED IT GOING ON THREE YEARS. IN THOSE THREE YEARS I HA...

Oct 30, 2002 Fuel System, Other

THE FUEL LINE CAME OFF UNDER HOOD CAUSING FUEL TO SPILL ON THE ENGINE. TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP THE DEALER SAID THAT THE CLIP ON FUEL LINE CAME OFF. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Oct 30, 2002 Fuel System, Other

THE FUEL LINE CAME OFF UNDER HOOD CAUSING FUEL TO SPILL ON THE ENGINE. TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP THE DEALER SAID THAT THE CLIP ON FUEL LINE CAME OFF. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. TS

Oct 29, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT AFTER RECALL WAS DONE, DEFECT STATED IN RECALL HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. DEALERSHIP REFUSE TO FIX, CAUSE THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. TS

Oct 29, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT AFTER RECALL WAS DONE, DEFECT STATED IN RECALL HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. DEALERSHIP REFUSE TO FIX, CAUSE THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. TS

Oct 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. MR

Oct 23, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THE DEALERSHIP IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. MR

Oct 8, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER STATES HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR AT 34MPH. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. MR

Oct 8, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AT 34 MPH. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT RESULTING IN CONSUMER HITTING FRONT WINDSHIELD. *MR

Oct 8, 2002 Air Bags Crash

CONSUMER STATES HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR AT 34MPH. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. MR

Oct 8, 2002 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT AT 34 MPH. THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT RESULTING IN CONSUMER HITTING FRONT WINDSHIELD. *MR

Oct 1, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED E-MAIL FROM MANUFACTURER. MR

Oct 1, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED E-MAIL FROM MANUFACTURER. MR

Sep 30, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

9/30/02- PLEASE FIND THE ATTACHED EMAIL THAT I JUST SENT TO KIA RE; THIS CAR. THE FIRST TIME THESE PROBLEMS OCCURED WAS ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. EVERYTIME WE HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO THE DEALERSHIP, THEY HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY UNABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OR REPLICATE THE PRO...

Sep 30, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

9/30/02- PLEASE FIND THE ATTACHED EMAIL THAT I JUST SENT TO KIA RE; THIS CAR. THE FIRST TIME THESE PROBLEMS OCCURED WAS ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE. EVERYTIME WE HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO THE DEALERSHIP, THEY HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY UNABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OR REPLICATE THE PRO...

Sep 19, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING VEHICLE WILL STALL, AND IT WILL BE HARD FOR CONSUMER TO CONTROL VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 19, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITH NO WARNING VEHICLE WILL STALL, AND IT WILL BE HARD FOR CONSUMER TO CONTROL VEHICLE. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Sep 3, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Sep 3, 2002 Unknown Or Other

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Sep 3, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Sep 3, 2002 Unknown Or Other

THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON DASHBOARD. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.

Aug 22, 2002 Suspension

REAR ANTI SWAY BAR MOUNTING BRACKET ORIGINAL WELDS BROKE AT FRAME. *AK

Aug 22, 2002 Suspension

REAR ANTI SWAY BAR MOUNTING BRACKET ORIGINAL WELDS BROKE AT FRAME. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Equipment

INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ELECTRICAL TO HEATER-A/C,POWER WINDOWS,WIPERS. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Visibility

INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ELECTRICAL TO HEATER-A/C,POWER WINDOWS,WIPERS. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Visibility

INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ELECTRICAL TO HEATER-A/C,POWER WINDOWS,WIPERS. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Equipment

INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ELECTRICAL TO HEATER-A/C,POWER WINDOWS,WIPERS. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Visibility

INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ELECTRICAL TO HEATER-A/C,POWER WINDOWS,WIPERS. *AK

Jul 5, 2002 Visibility

INTERMITTENT LOSS OF ELECTRICAL TO HEATER-A/C,POWER WINDOWS,WIPERS. *AK

Jun 13, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A VERY STRONG SMELL THAT COMES FROM BACK SEAT THAT CAN DISRUPT THE DRIVING. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

Jun 13, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

THERE IS A VERY STRONG SMELL THAT COMES FROM BACK SEAT THAT CAN DISRUPT THE DRIVING. CONTACTED DEALER, AND THE DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO DO ANYTHING. *AK

Jun 10, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE WILL STALL. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED, AND STATED VEHICLE HAS RECALL 99V325000 ON WIRE HARNESS, AND HAS BEEN SERVICED. HOWEVER, CONSUMER NEVER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE OR HAD SERVICED VEHICLE ON WIRE HARNESS. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER , AND RECAL...

Jun 10, 2002 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND WITHOUT WARNING VEHICLE WILL STALL. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED, AND STATED VEHICLE HAS RECALL 99V325000 ON WIRE HARNESS, AND HAS BEEN SERVICED. HOWEVER, CONSUMER NEVER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE OR HAD SERVICED VEHICLE ON WIRE HARNESS. CONTACTED MANUFACTURER , AND RECAL...

May 15, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS LEAKING DUE TO MASTER CYLINDER. DEALER CONTACTED. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

May 15, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

VEHICLE IS LEAKING DUE TO MASTER CYLINDER. DEALER CONTACTED. PLEASE ADD VIN. *AK

May 2, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THAT THEIR BRAKES ARE LEAKING FLUID.*JB.

May 2, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER STATES THAT THEIR BRAKES ARE LEAKING FLUID.*JB.

Apr 19, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 15 MPH IN THE POURING RAIN A FIRE STARTED IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE UNDER THE DASH. THERE IS A RECALL REGARDING THE ENGINE. RECALL NUMBER 9764 99 V 325 000. TOOK TO DEALER. THEY WILL NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. NLM

Apr 19, 2002 Electrical System Fire

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 15 MPH IN THE POURING RAIN A FIRE STARTED IN THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE UNDER THE DASH. THERE IS A RECALL REGARDING THE ENGINE. RECALL NUMBER 9764 99 V 325 000. TOOK TO DEALER. THEY WILL NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM. NLM

Apr 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

UPON STARTING VEHICLE A SMELL CAME FROM EXHAUST. WHILE DRIVING SMELL INTENSIFIED. TOOK TO DEALER. MECHANIC STATED SMELL WAS COMING FROM TAIL PIPE. *AK THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE EXHAUST FUME WAS DUE TO DEFECTIVE MUFFLER AND SHOULD BE REPLACED. ANOTHER CENTER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BAD ODOR FROM...

Apr 10, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

UPON STARTING VEHICLE A SMELL CAME FROM EXHAUST. WHILE DRIVING SMELL INTENSIFIED. TOOK TO DEALER. MECHANIC STATED SMELL WAS COMING FROM TAIL PIPE. *AK THE CONSUMER BELIEVES THE EXHAUST FUME WAS DUE TO DEFECTIVE MUFFLER AND SHOULD BE REPLACED. ANOTHER CENTER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BAD ODOR FROM...

Apr 2, 2002 Electrical System

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Visibility

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Steering

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Electrical System

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Visibility

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Apr 2, 2002 Steering

I PURCHASED MY KIA SPORTAGE 4X4 BRAND NEW IN JULY OF 1999 SINCE I DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE LOT IT HAS BEEN A CONSTANT SOURCE OF STRESS AND FRUSTRATION. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING IT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD CONTINOUSLY COME ON AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH AND CHUG. CAR WAS TOWED BACK TO THE DEALER...

Mar 26, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE ROTORS ON THE VEHICLE DECENTEGRATED AND WERE REPLACED AT 33,000 MILES. NLM

Mar 26, 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKE ROTORS ON THE VEHICLE DECENTEGRATED AND WERE REPLACED AT 33,000 MILES. NLM

Mar 12, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, INJURIES WERE INVOLVED, INCLUDING A BROKEN NECK AND RIBS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 12, 2002 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH AN ACCIDENT OCCURRED, AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, INJURIES WERE INVOLVED, INCLUDING A BROKEN NECK AND RIBS. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 5, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATES THAT MUFFLER IS NOISY, GAS TANK AND FUEL PUMP ARE BEING REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT VEHICLE STALLS (ONE WAS FOR RECALL), BEFORE RECALL CAR STALLED ON ICE AND HIT FENCE, MOTOR BELTS ALWAYS IN NEED OF ADJUSTING AND ARE NOISY. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT WIPERS DO NOT STAY ON WINDOW, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Structure

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, PASSENGER DOOR WON'T OPEN, AND DOOR HANDLE WON'T OPEN FROM INSIDE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

HEATER FAN IS NOISY. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Power Train

REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED, AND HUB WAS REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Interior Lighting

DOME LIGHT INOPERATIVE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATES THAT MUFFLER IS NOISY, GAS TANK AND FUEL PUMP ARE BEING REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Structure

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, PASSENGER DOOR WON'T OPEN, AND DOOR HANDLE WON'T OPEN FROM INSIDE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

HEATER FAN IS NOISY. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Power Train

REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED, AND HUB WAS REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Interior Lighting

DOME LIGHT INOPERATIVE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT WIPERS DO NOT STAY ON WINDOW, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATES THAT MUFFLER IS NOISY, GAS TANK AND FUEL PUMP ARE BEING REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES THAT VEHICLE STALLS (ONE WAS FOR RECALL), BEFORE RECALL CAR STALLED ON ICE AND HIT FENCE, MOTOR BELTS ALWAYS IN NEED OF ADJUSTING AND ARE NOISY. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT WIPERS DO NOT STAY ON WINDOW, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Structure

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, PASSENGER DOOR WON'T OPEN, AND DOOR HANDLE WON'T OPEN FROM INSIDE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

HEATER FAN IS NOISY. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Power Train

REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED, AND HUB WAS REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Interior Lighting

DOME LIGHT INOPERATIVE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

CONSUMER STATES THAT MUFFLER IS NOISY, GAS TANK AND FUEL PUMP ARE BEING REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Structure

ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, PASSENGER DOOR WON'T OPEN, AND DOOR HANDLE WON'T OPEN FROM INSIDE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

HEATER FAN IS NOISY. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Power Train

REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Suspension

CONSUMER STATES FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED, AND HUB WAS REPLACED. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Interior Lighting

DOME LIGHT INOPERATIVE. *TT

Mar 5, 2002 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES THAT WIPERS DO NOT STAY ON WINDOW, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW RATTLES AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW LEAKS WATER AND AIR. *TT

Feb 12, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK IS CORRODING FROM THE INSIDE OUT. FUEL SYSTEM IS CONTAMINATED AND THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE TANK IS IN QUESTION.

Feb 12, 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline

FUEL TANK IS CORRODING FROM THE INSIDE OUT. FUEL SYSTEM IS CONTAMINATED AND THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY OF THE TANK IS IN QUESTION.

Feb 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE TO WARM MY CAR UP AT LEAST 35 MINUTES SO THAT IT WILL NOT STOP AT RAILCROSSINGS, STOP SIGNS AND RED LIGHTS. I F I DO NOT CONTINUE TO RUN MY HEATER IN THE CAR ON WARM THE PROBLEM WILL START AGAIN WHEN I MAKE A STOP OR SLOW DOWN. WHEN I LEAVE WORK IN THE AFTERNOON, I HAVE TO GO THROUGH THE...

Feb 7, 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE TO WARM MY CAR UP AT LEAST 35 MINUTES SO THAT IT WILL NOT STOP AT RAILCROSSINGS, STOP SIGNS AND RED LIGHTS. I F I DO NOT CONTINUE TO RUN MY HEATER IN THE CAR ON WARM THE PROBLEM WILL START AGAIN WHEN I MAKE A STOP OR SLOW DOWN. WHEN I LEAVE WORK IN THE AFTERNOON, I HAVE TO GO THROUGH THE...

Feb 4, 2002 Power Train

WHILE TRYING TO ENGAGE FOUR WHEEL IT DID NOT WORK. VEHICLE WAS SLIDING IN SNOW. ALSO, ONLY BACK WHEELS WERE TURNING. *AK

Feb 4, 2002 Power Train

WHILE TRYING TO ENGAGE FOUR WHEEL IT DID NOT WORK. VEHICLE WAS SLIDING IN SNOW. ALSO, ONLY BACK WHEELS WERE TURNING. *AK

Dec 26, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT VEHICLE IS AFFECTED BY RECALL 99V325000/ ENGINE STALLING. HOWEVER, WHEN SHE CONTACTED DEALERSHIP TO HAVE DEFECT CORRECTED, SHE WAS INFORMED NO SERVICE WOULD BE PERFORMED UNTIL MECHANIC COULD VERIFY THAT VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER...

Dec 26, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT VEHICLE IS AFFECTED BY RECALL 99V325000/ ENGINE STALLING. HOWEVER, WHEN SHE CONTACTED DEALERSHIP TO HAVE DEFECT CORRECTED, SHE WAS INFORMED NO SERVICE WOULD BE PERFORMED UNTIL MECHANIC COULD VERIFY THAT VEHICLE WAS EXPERIENCING THE PROBLEM. CONSUMER...

Oct 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Electrical System

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Equipment

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Electrical System

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Equipment

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Oct 25, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

DEALERSHIP REPLACED FRONT/RIGHT AND FRONT/LEFT BRAKE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS TWICE, JULY 2000 AT 15,000 MILES AND AUGUST 2001 AT 28,000 MILES. FRONT BRAKE ROTORS CONTINUE TO WARP, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE WEAR. *AK VEHICLE WAS LEAKING OIL, DEALER TIGHTENED DRAIN PLUG. VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO ...

Sep 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AIR BAGS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

Sep 12, 2001 Suspension Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AIR BAGS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

Sep 12, 2001 Air Bags Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AIR BAGS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

Sep 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY, AIR BAGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY EITHER

Sep 12, 2001 Suspension Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY, AIR BAGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY EITHER

Sep 12, 2001 Air Bags Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY, AIR BAGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY EITHER

Sep 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AIR BAGS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

Sep 12, 2001 Suspension Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AIR BAGS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

Sep 12, 2001 Air Bags Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES NOT WORKING PROPERLY, AIR BAGS NOT WORKING PROPERLY.

Sep 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY, AIR BAGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY EITHER

Sep 12, 2001 Suspension Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY, AIR BAGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY EITHER

Sep 12, 2001 Air Bags Crash

FRONT END CONTINUOUSLY FALLING OFF, BRAKES DO NOT WORK PROPERLY, AIR BAGS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY EITHER

Aug 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE HESITATED AND STALLED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 15, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE TRAVELING AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION VEHICLE HESITATED AND STALLED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Aug 2, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH TIRES, NO OTHER INFORMATION WAS GIVEN.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES RADIO IS INOPERATIVE.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES RADIATOR BLEW UP, ALSO HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE, AS WELL AS THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMING ON, SMOKE WAS ENTERING INTO VEHICLE THROUGH FRONT VENTS POSSIBLY DUE TO RADIATOR BEING INOPERATIVE.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES AIR CONDITIONER IS INOPERATIVE.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES WATER WAS LEAKING INSIDE THE VEHICLE, ALSO AIR WAS COMING THROUGH WINDOWS.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER HAVING PROBLEMS WITH ALTERNATOR, WIRE HARNESS AND SPARK PLUGS.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES OVER TEN TIMES, ALSO HAVING PROBLEMS WITH CALIBERS.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Tires

CONSUMER EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH TIRES, NO OTHER INFORMATION WAS GIVEN.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES RADIO IS INOPERATIVE.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER STATES RADIATOR BLEW UP, ALSO HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE, AS WELL AS THE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMING ON, SMOKE WAS ENTERING INTO VEHICLE THROUGH FRONT VENTS POSSIBLY DUE TO RADIATOR BEING INOPERATIVE.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Equipment

CONSUMER STATES AIR CONDITIONER IS INOPERATIVE.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Visibility

CONSUMER STATES WATER WAS LEAKING INSIDE THE VEHICLE, ALSO AIR WAS COMING THROUGH WINDOWS.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Electrical System

CONSUMER HAVING PROBLEMS WITH ALTERNATOR, WIRE HARNESS AND SPARK PLUGS.*JB

Aug 2, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER HAS BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES OVER TEN TIMES, ALSO HAVING PROBLEMS WITH CALIBERS.*JB

Jul 17, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR. DEALERSHIP PERFORMED THE WORK, AND BRAKE ROTORS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN IN JULY 2001. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK

Jul 17, 2001 Suspension

HAD TAKEN VEHCLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND WAS INFORMED THAT LEFT FRONT TIRE HAD WORN EXCESSIVELY DUE TO STRUT END AND BEING UNBALANCED.*AK

Jul 17, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR. DEALERSHIP PERFORMED THE WORK, AND BRAKE ROTORS HAVE TO BE REPLACED AGAIN IN JULY 2001. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/ATTACHMENTS. *AK

Jul 17, 2001 Suspension

HAD TAKEN VEHCLE TO DEALERSHIP, AND WAS INFORMED THAT LEFT FRONT TIRE HAD WORN EXCESSIVELY DUE TO STRUT END AND BEING UNBALANCED.*AK

Jul 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAD TAKEN VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE WHEN MECHANIC NOTICED FRONT ROTORS WERE BURNED. ROTORS HAD A LOT OF RESIDUE ON THEM. THIS WAS DUE TO BRAKES NOT BEING USED. HAD BRAKE PADS REPLACED.*AK

Jul 16, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAD TAKEN VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE WHEN MECHANIC NOTICED FRONT ROTORS WERE BURNED. ROTORS HAD A LOT OF RESIDUE ON THEM. THIS WAS DUE TO BRAKES NOT BEING USED. HAD BRAKE PADS REPLACED.*AK

Jul 6, 2001 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING 40-TO 45 MPH ON HIGHWAY VEHICLE LOCKED UP WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, VEHICLE DID 180 DEGREE SPIN. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jul 6, 2001 Suspension Crash

WHILE DRIVING 40-TO 45 MPH ON HIGHWAY VEHICLE LOCKED UP WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, VEHICLE DID 180 DEGREE SPIN. CONTACTED DEALER. *AK

Jun 27, 2001 Power Train

WAS DRIVING IN SNOW WHEN 4WD LIGHT CAME TO INDICATE IT WAS ENGAGED, BUT 4WD WAS NOT WORKING. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP TWICE, AND HAD IT REPAIRED. MECHANIC IS REFUSING TO REPAIR IT FOR A THIRD TIME.*AK CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS ALL OVER THE ROAD DUE TO 4WD NOT WORKING. *SLC

Jun 27, 2001 Power Train

WAS DRIVING IN SNOW WHEN 4WD LIGHT CAME TO INDICATE IT WAS ENGAGED, BUT 4WD WAS NOT WORKING. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP TWICE, AND HAD IT REPAIRED. MECHANIC IS REFUSING TO REPAIR IT FOR A THIRD TIME.*AK CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE WAS ALL OVER THE ROAD DUE TO 4WD NOT WORKING. *SLC

Jun 26, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN TRYING TO STOP VEHICLE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. BACK BRAKES STARTED MAKING A SQUEAKING NOISE. ALSO, EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT WORK.CONTACTED KIA.

Jun 26, 2001 Parking Brake

WHEN TRYING TO STOP VEHICLE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. BACK BRAKES STARTED MAKING A SQUEAKING NOISE. ALSO, EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT WORK.CONTACTED KIA.

Jun 26, 2001 Electrical System

THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL BECAUSE OF REPORTED FAILURE OF THIS WIRING HARNESS. *AK

Jun 26, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN TRYING TO STOP VEHICLE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. BACK BRAKES STARTED MAKING A SQUEAKING NOISE. ALSO, EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT WORK.CONTACTED KIA.

Jun 26, 2001 Parking Brake

WHEN TRYING TO STOP VEHICLE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR. BACK BRAKES STARTED MAKING A SQUEAKING NOISE. ALSO, EMERGENCY BRAKE DID NOT WORK.CONTACTED KIA.

Jun 26, 2001 Electrical System

THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD A PREVIOUS RECALL BECAUSE OF REPORTED FAILURE OF THIS WIRING HARNESS. *AK

Jun 19, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE MAKES NOISE WHEN STARTING IN THE MORNING. FIRST, SAID IT WAS END PLAY IN THE CRANK THEN THE WATER PUMP, THEN ITS THE ALTERNATER THEN THEY REPLACE THE VALVE. AFTER ALL THIS THE CAUSE WAS THE HYDRAULICS ARE BLEEDING DOWN AND THAT WAS THE TICKING NOISE COMES AND IT WAS ON RECALL 98V-222.THE...

Jun 19, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT. *YH

Jun 19, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE NOISY AT START. *YH

Jun 19, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE VEHICLE MAKES NOISE WHEN STARTING IN THE MORNING. FIRST, SAID IT WAS END PLAY IN THE CRANK THEN THE WATER PUMP, THEN ITS THE ALTERNATER THEN THEY REPLACE THE VALVE. AFTER ALL THIS THE CAUSE WAS THE HYDRAULICS ARE BLEEDING DOWN AND THAT WAS THE TICKING NOISE COMES AND IT WAS ON RECALL 98V-222.THE...

Jun 19, 2001 Power Train

TRANSMISSION WAS HARD TO SHIFT. *YH

Jun 19, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE NOISY AT START. *YH

Jun 15, 2001 Power Train

WAS DRIVING UP A SMALL HILL WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LOSS POWER...AND SPEED DROPPED.*AK

Jun 15, 2001 Power Train

WAS DRIVING UP A SMALL HILL WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LOSS POWER...AND SPEED DROPPED.*AK

Jun 13, 2001 Tires

TRAVELING THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS OF KENTUCKY ON A MILD DAY - TEMP AROUND 60, THE LEFT REAR TIRE TREADS SEPARATED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO IMMEDIATELY VEER OFF OF THE ROADWAY WHILE TRAVELING AT THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPG. IN APPEARANCE, THE TREAD HAD A 2-INCH WIDE BY 1-INCH DEEP BY 2 FOOT LONG "...

Jun 13, 2001 Tires

TRAVELING THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS OF KENTUCKY ON A MILD DAY - TEMP AROUND 60, THE LEFT REAR TIRE TREADS SEPARATED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO IMMEDIATELY VEER OFF OF THE ROADWAY WHILE TRAVELING AT THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPG. IN APPEARANCE, THE TREAD HAD A 2-INCH WIDE BY 1-INCH DEEP BY 2 FOOT LONG "...

Jun 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO INFORMED HER THERE WERE NO RECALLS, HOWEVER CONSUMER LATER FOUND THERE WAS A RECALL, 99V325, DEALER WOULD NOT COMPLETE REPAIRS DUE TO VEHICLE NOT BEING PURCHASED THERE. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE PULLED IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER STATE...

Jun 12, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO INFORMED HER THERE WERE NO RECALLS, HOWEVER CONSUMER LATER FOUND THERE WAS A RECALL, 99V325, DEALER WOULD NOT COMPLETE REPAIRS DUE TO VEHICLE NOT BEING PURCHASED THERE. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE PULLED IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER STATE...

Jun 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

NO RECALL NOTICE #99V325000 WAS RECEIVED ON VEHICLE. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, AND INFORMED BY SERVICE MANAGER NO RECALLS ON VEHICLE. LATER, FOUND THERE WAS RECALL. TOOK VEHICLE BACK. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER REPAIRS FOR ENGINE STALLING WILL NOT BE DONE DUE VEHICLE NOT PURCHASED AT THAT DEALER.*AK A...

Jun 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

NO RECALL NOTICE #99V325000 WAS RECEIVED ON VEHICLE. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, AND INFORMED BY SERVICE MANAGER NO RECALLS ON VEHICLE. LATER, FOUND THERE WAS RECALL. TOOK VEHICLE BACK. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER REPAIRS FOR ENGINE STALLING WILL NOT BE DONE DUE VEHICLE NOT PURCHASED AT THAT DEALER.*AK A...

Jun 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO INFORMED HER THERE WERE NO RECALLS, HOWEVER CONSUMER LATER FOUND THERE WAS A RECALL, 99V325, DEALER WOULD NOT COMPLETE REPAIRS DUE TO VEHICLE NOT BEING PURCHASED THERE. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE PULLED IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER STATE...

Jun 12, 2001 Suspension

CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER WHO INFORMED HER THERE WERE NO RECALLS, HOWEVER CONSUMER LATER FOUND THERE WAS A RECALL, 99V325, DEALER WOULD NOT COMPLETE REPAIRS DUE TO VEHICLE NOT BEING PURCHASED THERE. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE PULLED IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT, CONSUMER STATE...

Jun 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

NO RECALL NOTICE #99V325000 WAS RECEIVED ON VEHICLE. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, AND INFORMED BY SERVICE MANAGER NO RECALLS ON VEHICLE. LATER, FOUND THERE WAS RECALL. TOOK VEHICLE BACK. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER REPAIRS FOR ENGINE STALLING WILL NOT BE DONE DUE VEHICLE NOT PURCHASED AT THAT DEALER.*AK A...

Jun 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

NO RECALL NOTICE #99V325000 WAS RECEIVED ON VEHICLE. HAD TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP, AND INFORMED BY SERVICE MANAGER NO RECALLS ON VEHICLE. LATER, FOUND THERE WAS RECALL. TOOK VEHICLE BACK. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER REPAIRS FOR ENGINE STALLING WILL NOT BE DONE DUE VEHICLE NOT PURCHASED AT THAT DEALER.*AK A...

May 16, 2001 Power Train

FRONT BEARINGS WERE DISENTERGRATED, CAUSING TIRES TO WOBBLE WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS REPLACED BEARINGS AND HUB. *AK *JB

May 16, 2001 Wheels

FRONT BEARINGS WERE DISENTERGRATED, CAUSING TIRES TO WOBBLE WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS REPLACED BEARINGS AND HUB. *AK *JB

May 16, 2001 Power Train

FRONT BEARINGS WERE DISENTERGRATED, CAUSING TIRES TO WOBBLE WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS REPLACED BEARINGS AND HUB. *AK *JB

May 16, 2001 Wheels

FRONT BEARINGS WERE DISENTERGRATED, CAUSING TIRES TO WOBBLE WHILE DRIVING. DEALER HAS REPLACED BEARINGS AND HUB. *AK *JB

May 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION, CONSUMER NOTICED THAT ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON AND THE VEHICLE STALLED FOR A FEW SECONDS, CONSUMER WAS ADVISED BY DEALERSHIP THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY $150.00 FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO FIND OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS, CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND W...

May 11, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

PRIOR TO RECALL NOTIFICATION, CONSUMER NOTICED THAT ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON AND THE VEHICLE STALLED FOR A FEW SECONDS, CONSUMER WAS ADVISED BY DEALERSHIP THAT SHE WOULD HAVE TO PAY $150.00 FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO FIND OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS, CONSUMER STATED THAT VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND W...

May 9, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT END BRAKES WERE ENTIRELY REPLACED, AND WITHIN 4 MONTHS BRAKES HAD TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. PLEASE ADD MORE INFORMSTION. *AK

May 9, 2001 Steering

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Electrical System

WHILE DRIVING HEARD A NOISE, THEN STEERING WAS VERY HARD TO TURN, AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER HAD TO USE TRANSMISSION TO SLOW VEHICLEDOWN.*AK 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILED. WIFE OF THIS VEHICLE'S OWNER ALSO HAS EXACT SAME VEHICLE, VIN [XXX] WITH 4 WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE, ALSO CONSUMER EXPERIENCED ...

May 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT END BRAKES WERE ENTIRELY REPLACED, AND WITHIN 4 MONTHS BRAKES HAD TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. PLEASE ADD MORE INFORMSTION. *AK

Apr 30, 2001 Visibility

THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER ARM BROKE OFF DURING A RAINSTORM. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Electrical System

STARTER AND BATTERY FAILURE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER INOPERABLE DUE TO FAULTY FUSE. *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE MUFFLER AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE MUFFLER AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Structure

VEHICLE HAS A WATER LEAK, WATER COMES IN AND RUNS ALONG THE GLOVEBOX AND DRIPS ONTO THE FLOOR. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Power Train

4 WHEEL DRIVE BECAME INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED KNUCKLE PACKAGE, BOTH HUB ASSEMBLIES, BOTH AXLE ASSEMBLIES, DAMAGES SEALS, VACUUM SEAL, AND VACUUM HOSED WAS REPAIRED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Visibility

THE HEATER RESISTOR AND BLOWER MOTOR FAILED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

THE LATCH ON THE HATCHBACK BROKE TWICE. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE STALLS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OF 55 MPH, CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS NO POWER. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Equipment

THE SPARE TIRE RELEASE FAILED, DEALER REPLACED RELEASE CABLE. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Visibility

THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER ARM BROKE OFF DURING A RAINSTORM. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Electrical System

STARTER AND BATTERY FAILURE, CIGARETTE LIGHTER INOPERABLE DUE TO FAULTY FUSE. *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE MUFFLER AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE MUFFLER AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Structure

VEHICLE HAS A WATER LEAK, WATER COMES IN AND RUNS ALONG THE GLOVEBOX AND DRIPS ONTO THE FLOOR. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SLC

Apr 30, 2001 Power Train

4 WHEEL DRIVE BECAME INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED KNUCKLE PACKAGE, BOTH HUB ASSEMBLIES, BOTH AXLE ASSEMBLIES, DAMAGES SEALS, VACUUM SEAL, AND VACUUM HOSED WAS REPAIRED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Visibility

THE HEATER RESISTOR AND BLOWER MOTOR FAILED. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Latches/locks/linkages

THE LATCH ON THE HATCHBACK BROKE TWICE. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE ENGINE STALLS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OF 55 MPH, CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE HAS NO POWER. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT). *YH

Apr 30, 2001 Equipment

THE SPARE TIRE RELEASE FAILED, DEALER REPLACED RELEASE CABLE. (ATTORNEY FOR CLIENT) *SLC

Apr 27, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHENEVER THE GAS PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO MOVE FORWARD, IT WOULD SOMETIMES CUT OFF/STALL OUT. THIS WOULD HAPPEN AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. *AK

Apr 27, 2001 Vehicle Speed Control

WHENEVER THE GAS PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO MOVE FORWARD, IT WOULD SOMETIMES CUT OFF/STALL OUT. THIS WOULD HAPPEN AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. *AK

Apr 23, 2001 Power Train

EVER SINCE FIRST DAY OF OWNERSHIP WHEN GOING FROM 2 WHEEL DRIVE TO 4 WHEEL DRIVE THERE IS A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END, AND WILL CONTINUE DURING NORMAL OPERATION. WHEN CONSUMER APPLIES BRAKES, NOISE WILL RANDOMLY DISAPPEAR. DEALERSHIP CANNOT DETERMINE WHAT CAUSES DEFECT. *AK

Apr 23, 2001 Power Train

EVER SINCE FIRST DAY OF OWNERSHIP WHEN GOING FROM 2 WHEEL DRIVE TO 4 WHEEL DRIVE THERE IS A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM FRONT END, AND WILL CONTINUE DURING NORMAL OPERATION. WHEN CONSUMER APPLIES BRAKES, NOISE WILL RANDOMLY DISAPPEAR. DEALERSHIP CANNOT DETERMINE WHAT CAUSES DEFECT. *AK

Mar 21, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

PERIODICALLY VEHICLE WOULD SHUT DOWN WHILE IT WAS IN MOTION, CAUSING CONSUMER INTO AN ACCIDENT. DEALER HAS NOT DUPLICATED DEFECT, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE REMEDY.*AK

Mar 21, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

PERIODICALLY VEHICLE WOULD SHUT DOWN WHILE IT WAS IN MOTION, CAUSING CONSUMER INTO AN ACCIDENT. DEALER HAS NOT DUPLICATED DEFECT, AND WAS NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE REMEDY.*AK

Mar 20, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NEED BIGGER ENGINE. *AK (DOT NUMBER: 0 TIRESIZE: ??)

Mar 20, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NEED BIGGER ENGINE. *AK (DOT NUMBER: 0 TIRESIZE: ??)

Mar 17, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

MANY SAFETY PROBLEMS PLEASE HELP. VEHICLE HAS STALLED 4 TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THE DEALER SAYS THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM SOMEBODY IS GOING TO BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED. 4 WHEEL DRIVE INOPERABLE DURING SEVERE SNOWSTORM. BLOWER MOTOR FOR THE HEATER HAS BEEN REPLACE TWICE NOW BOTH T...

Mar 17, 2001 Power Train

MANY SAFETY PROBLEMS PLEASE HELP. VEHICLE HAS STALLED 4 TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THE DEALER SAYS THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM SOMEBODY IS GOING TO BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED. 4 WHEEL DRIVE INOPERABLE DURING SEVERE SNOWSTORM. BLOWER MOTOR FOR THE HEATER HAS BEEN REPLACE TWICE NOW BOTH T...

Mar 17, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

MANY SAFETY PROBLEMS PLEASE HELP. VEHICLE HAS STALLED 4 TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THE DEALER SAYS THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM SOMEBODY IS GOING TO BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED. 4 WHEEL DRIVE INOPERABLE DURING SEVERE SNOWSTORM. BLOWER MOTOR FOR THE HEATER HAS BEEN REPLACE TWICE NOW BOTH T...

Mar 17, 2001 Power Train

MANY SAFETY PROBLEMS PLEASE HELP. VEHICLE HAS STALLED 4 TIMES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THE DEALER SAYS THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM SOMEBODY IS GOING TO BE KILLED OR SERIOUSLY INJURED. 4 WHEEL DRIVE INOPERABLE DURING SEVERE SNOWSTORM. BLOWER MOTOR FOR THE HEATER HAS BEEN REPLACE TWICE NOW BOTH T...

Mar 8, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AND WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKES VEHICLE WENT INTO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONSUMER PUT VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL TO STOP VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 8, 2001 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING 65MPH IN RAIN DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED. THEN, PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED AS WELL. DEALER FOUND DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER HAD BROKEN. REPLACED BOTH WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ON JANUARY 10, 2001 WHILE SNOWING, VERY SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. HAD WINDSHIELD ...

Mar 8, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 65MPH IN RAIN DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED. THEN, PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED AS WELL. DEALER FOUND DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER HAD BROKEN. REPLACED BOTH WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ON JANUARY 10, 2001 WHILE SNOWING, VERY SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. HAD WINDSHIELD ...

Mar 8, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH VEHICLE WENT INTO A SKID AND STRUCK AN OBJECT HEAD-ON, AND NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Mar 8, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHILE TRAVELING AND WHEN DEPRESSING BRAKES VEHICLE WENT INTO EXTENDED STOPPING DISTANCE. CONSUMER PUT VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL TO STOP VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Mar 8, 2001 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING 65MPH IN RAIN DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED. THEN, PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED AS WELL. DEALER FOUND DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER HAD BROKEN. REPLACED BOTH WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ON JANUARY 10, 2001 WHILE SNOWING, VERY SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. HAD WINDSHIELD ...

Mar 8, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING 65MPH IN RAIN DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED. THEN, PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED AS WELL. DEALER FOUND DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER HAD BROKEN. REPLACED BOTH WINDSHIELD WIPERS. ON JANUARY 10, 2001 WHILE SNOWING, VERY SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN. HAD WINDSHIELD ...

Mar 8, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH VEHICLE WENT INTO A SKID AND STRUCK AN OBJECT HEAD-ON, AND NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. *AK

Mar 5, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK ONLY INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER REPLACED MOTOR AND SWITCH, BUT CANNOT REMEDY SITUATION. *AK ALSO THE STEERING GEAR WAS LEAKING AT OITMAN ARM SPLINE SEAL DUE TO STEERING GEAR BOX FAILURE. *YH

Mar 5, 2001 Steering

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK ONLY INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER REPLACED MOTOR AND SWITCH, BUT CANNOT REMEDY SITUATION. *AK ALSO THE STEERING GEAR WAS LEAKING AT OITMAN ARM SPLINE SEAL DUE TO STEERING GEAR BOX FAILURE. *YH

Mar 5, 2001 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK ONLY INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER REPLACED MOTOR AND SWITCH, BUT CANNOT REMEDY SITUATION. *AK ALSO THE STEERING GEAR WAS LEAKING AT OITMAN ARM SPLINE SEAL DUE TO STEERING GEAR BOX FAILURE. *YH

Mar 5, 2001 Steering

WINDSHIELD WIPERS WORK ONLY INTERMITTENTLY. DEALER REPLACED MOTOR AND SWITCH, BUT CANNOT REMEDY SITUATION. *AK ALSO THE STEERING GEAR WAS LEAKING AT OITMAN ARM SPLINE SEAL DUE TO STEERING GEAR BOX FAILURE. *YH

Feb 20, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT ROTORS FAILED. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Visibility

THE HEATER CORE LEAKED FLUID INSIDE THE VEHICLE. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Seat Belts

REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT IS BROKEN. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Structure

REAR BUMPER ON DRIVERS SIDE IS BROKEN. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Visibility

PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR IS LOOSE. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Exterior Lighting

PASSENGER SIDE TAIL LIGHT LENSE IS BROKEN. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Suspension

WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Power Train

THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE DIFFERENTIAL DID NOT WORK, AND THE CONSUMER HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF SNOWY CONDITION. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

FRONT ROTORS FAILED. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Visibility

THE HEATER CORE LEAKED FLUID INSIDE THE VEHICLE. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Seat Belts

REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT IS BROKEN. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Structure

REAR BUMPER ON DRIVERS SIDE IS BROKEN. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Visibility

PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR IS LOOSE. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Exterior Lighting

PASSENGER SIDE TAIL LIGHT LENSE IS BROKEN. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Suspension

WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED. NLM

Feb 20, 2001 Power Train

THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE DIFFERENTIAL DID NOT WORK, AND THE CONSUMER HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF SNOWY CONDITION. NLM

Feb 12, 2001 Power Train

4 WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ENGAGE. *AK

Feb 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VIBRATION WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, CAUSES EXCESSIVE WEAR OF BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. PLEASES FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Feb 12, 2001 Power Train

4 WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ENGAGE. *AK

Feb 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ONGOING PROBLEM WITH VIBRATION WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED, CAUSES EXCESSIVE WEAR OF BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. PLEASES FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK

Feb 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS WARPED AT 10000 AND 22000, AND REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Feb 9, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE ROTORS WARPED AT 10000 AND 22000, AND REPLACED TWICE. *AK

Feb 8, 2001 Power Train

4 WHEEL DRIVE WENT OUT. VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT DEALER SINCE THEN. ACCORDING TO DEALER,PART IS ON BACKORDER, NOT KNOWN WHEN WILL BE AVAILABLE. *AK THE DEALER DENIED THE VEHCILE WAS ON RECALL BUT FIXED THE PROBLEM AFTER LONG DELAY. *YH

Feb 8, 2001 Power Train

4 WHEEL DRIVE WENT OUT. VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT DEALER SINCE THEN. ACCORDING TO DEALER,PART IS ON BACKORDER, NOT KNOWN WHEN WILL BE AVAILABLE. *AK THE DEALER DENIED THE VEHCILE WAS ON RECALL BUT FIXED THE PROBLEM AFTER LONG DELAY. *YH

Feb 6, 2001 Power Train

4-WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE, BOTH FRONT HUBS WERE REPLACED AND PASS OPERATION CABLE ADJUSTED, DEALER CLAIMS THE PROBLEMS IS FIXED, HOWEVER CONSUMER STATES THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE ONCE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. POWER WINDOW INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED WINDOW MOTO...

Feb 6, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

4-WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE, BOTH FRONT HUBS WERE REPLACED AND PASS OPERATION CABLE ADJUSTED, DEALER CLAIMS THE PROBLEMS IS FIXED, HOWEVER CONSUMER STATES THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE ONCE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. POWER WINDOW INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED WINDOW MOTO...

Feb 6, 2001 Visibility

4-WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE, BOTH FRONT HUBS WERE REPLACED AND PASS OPERATION CABLE ADJUSTED, DEALER CLAIMS THE PROBLEMS IS FIXED, HOWEVER CONSUMER STATES THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE ONCE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. POWER WINDOW INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED WINDOW MOTO...

Feb 6, 2001 Power Train

4-WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE, BOTH FRONT HUBS WERE REPLACED AND PASS OPERATION CABLE ADJUSTED, DEALER CLAIMS THE PROBLEMS IS FIXED, HOWEVER CONSUMER STATES THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE ONCE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. POWER WINDOW INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED WINDOW MOTO...

Feb 6, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

4-WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE, BOTH FRONT HUBS WERE REPLACED AND PASS OPERATION CABLE ADJUSTED, DEALER CLAIMS THE PROBLEMS IS FIXED, HOWEVER CONSUMER STATES THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE ONCE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. POWER WINDOW INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED WINDOW MOTO...

Feb 6, 2001 Visibility

4-WHEEL DRIVE DOES NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE, BOTH FRONT HUBS WERE REPLACED AND PASS OPERATION CABLE ADJUSTED, DEALER CLAIMS THE PROBLEMS IS FIXED, HOWEVER CONSUMER STATES THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE ONCE VEHICLE IS REPAIRED. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. POWER WINDOW INOPERABLE, DEALER REPLACED WINDOW MOTO...

Feb 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

OXYGEN SENSOR AND AIR FLOW SENSOR FAILED. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Power Train

AFTER REPAIR AND WHILE DRIVING IN THE SNOW THE 4WD WENT OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLID DOWN A HILL, UPON INSPECTION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE 4WD WAS NOT WORKING. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Wheels

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL IS LOOSE. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Equipment

SPARE TIRE LATCH FAILED. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 7 TIMES BUT THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

OXYGEN SENSOR AND AIR FLOW SENSOR FAILED. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Power Train

AFTER REPAIR AND WHILE DRIVING IN THE SNOW THE 4WD WENT OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLID DOWN A HILL, UPON INSPECTION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE 4WD WAS NOT WORKING. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Wheels

RIGHT FRONT WHEEL IS LOOSE. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Equipment

SPARE TIRE LATCH FAILED. NLM

Feb 2, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 7 TIMES BUT THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS. NLM

Jan 31, 2001 Power Train

FRONT HUB WILL NOT LOCK UP, CAUSING FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. DEALER CAN NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 31, 2001 Power Train

FRONT HUB WILL NOT LOCK UP, CAUSING FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. DEALER CAN NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 31, 2001 Power Train

FRONT HUB WILL NOT LOCK UP, CAUSING FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. DEALER CAN NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 31, 2001 Power Train

FRONT HUB WILL NOT LOCK UP, CAUSING FOUR WHEEL DRIVE TO BECOME INOPERABLE. DEALER CAN NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jan 23, 2001 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM. ALSO, DUE TO DEFECT VEHICLE HAS STALLED TWICE; ONCE IN REVERSE GEAR, AND IN DRIVE GEAR. DEALER HAD VEHICLE ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, AND CLAIMED THAT A SENSOR WAS THE CAUSE.*AK

Jan 23, 2001 Power Train

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM. ALSO, DUE TO DEFECT VEHICLE HAS STALLED TWICE; ONCE IN REVERSE GEAR, AND IN DRIVE GEAR. DEALER HAD VEHICLE ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, AND CLAIMED THAT A SENSOR WAS THE CAUSE.*AK

Jan 23, 2001 Power Train

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Power Train

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Electrical System

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Tires

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM. ALSO, DUE TO DEFECT VEHICLE HAS STALLED TWICE; ONCE IN REVERSE GEAR, AND IN DRIVE GEAR. DEALER HAD VEHICLE ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, AND CLAIMED THAT A SENSOR WAS THE CAUSE.*AK

Jan 23, 2001 Power Train

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON WHICH IS A REOCCURRING PROBLEM. ALSO, DUE TO DEFECT VEHICLE HAS STALLED TWICE; ONCE IN REVERSE GEAR, AND IN DRIVE GEAR. DEALER HAD VEHICLE ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, AND CLAIMED THAT A SENSOR WAS THE CAUSE.*AK

Jan 23, 2001 Power Train

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Power Train

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Electrical System

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 N...

Jan 23, 2001 Tires

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 N...

Jan 22, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING TWICE IN LIGHT SNOW 4-WHEEL DRIVE UNIT KICK OUT OF GEAR SPONTAENOUSLY. *AK THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE KICK OUT FORCED THE VEHICLE TO SPIN 180 DEGREES. AFTER THE THIRD FAILURE, THE CONSUMER RENTED A VEHICLE, BUT HAD A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE RENTAL VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *YH

Jan 22, 2001 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING TWICE IN LIGHT SNOW 4-WHEEL DRIVE UNIT KICK OUT OF GEAR SPONTAENOUSLY. *AK THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE KICK OUT FORCED THE VEHICLE TO SPIN 180 DEGREES. AFTER THE THIRD FAILURE, THE CONSUMER RENTED A VEHICLE, BUT HAD A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IN WHICH THE RENTAL VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. *YH

Jan 12, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE DUE TO A FROZEN SPOT. CRASHED VEHICLE INTO A GUARDRAIL, AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED.*AK THE SEAT BELT FAILED. *YH

Jan 12, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE DUE TO A FROZEN SPOT. CRASHED VEHICLE INTO A GUARDRAIL, AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED.*AK THE SEAT BELT FAILED. *YH

Jan 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Structure

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Seats

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Power Train

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Visibility

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Air Bags Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE DUE TO A FROZEN SPOT. CRASHED VEHICLE INTO A GUARDRAIL, AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED.*AK THE SEAT BELT FAILED. *YH

Jan 12, 2001 Seat Belts Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE DUE TO A FROZEN SPOT. CRASHED VEHICLE INTO A GUARDRAIL, AND NEITHER AIR BAG DEPLOYED.*AK THE SEAT BELT FAILED. *YH

Jan 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Structure

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Seats

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Power Train

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 12, 2001 Visibility

NO LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD CAME ON .THIS IS ONE TIME ENGINE CHECK LIGHT DID NOT COME ON. OIL ALL OVER MOTOR. AROUND AREA OF DIP STICK.PRESSURE FROM MOTOR BLEW OUT DIP STICK HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD TO REPLACE MOTOR ON THESE CARS? ALSO HAVE HAD BRAKES REPLACED 5 TIMES. WIPER ASSEMBLY REPLACED. FOURWHEEL DRIVE...

Jan 3, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER DRIVING THE KIA FOR ABOUT ONE MONTH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EMIT A ROTTEN EGG SMELL, SERVICE MANAGER EXPLANATION WAS THAT VEHICLE NEEDED "BREAKING IN", LATER OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THE SMELL WAS COMING FROM USING CHEAP FUEL, VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON BECAUSE OF LEFT OVER FUEL IN THE COMBUSTION CHAM...

Jan 3, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER DRIVING THE KIA FOR ABOUT ONE MONTH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EMIT A ROTTEN EGG SMELL, SERVICE MANAGER EXPLANATION WAS THAT VEHICLE NEEDED "BREAKING IN", LATER OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THE SMELL WAS COMING FROM USING CHEAP FUEL, VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON BECAUSE OF LEFT OVER FUEL IN THE COMBUSTION CHAM...

Jan 3, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER DRIVING THE KIA FOR ABOUT ONE MONTH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EMIT A ROTTEN EGG SMELL, SERVICE MANAGER EXPLANATION WAS THAT VEHICLE NEEDED "BREAKING IN", LATER OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THE SMELL WAS COMING FROM USING CHEAP FUEL, VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON BECAUSE OF LEFT OVER FUEL IN THE COMBUSTION CHAM...

Jan 3, 2001 Engine And Engine Cooling

AFTER DRIVING THE KIA FOR ABOUT ONE MONTH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EMIT A ROTTEN EGG SMELL, SERVICE MANAGER EXPLANATION WAS THAT VEHICLE NEEDED "BREAKING IN", LATER OWNER WAS TOLD THAT THE SMELL WAS COMING FROM USING CHEAP FUEL, VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN ON BECAUSE OF LEFT OVER FUEL IN THE COMBUSTION CHAM...

Dec 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Power Train

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Visibility

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Power Train

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 28, 2000 Visibility

THE HEAT SHIELD ON MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER RUSTED OFF,THE MANIFOLD CRACKED,THE MUFFLER RUSTED THROUGH WITHIN A YEAR,THE WIDSHIELD WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE AND WAS REPLACED,WHILE THE KIA SPORTAGE IS ENGAGED IN 4WD IT POPS OUT INTO TWO WHEEL DRIVE AND CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE....

Dec 27, 2000 Power Train

4-WHEEL DRIVE GETS STUCK WHICH CAUSES CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND TURN OFF VEHICLE. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 27, 2000 Power Train

4-WHEEL DRIVE GETS STUCK WHICH CAUSES CONSUMER TO PULL OVER AND TURN OFF VEHICLE. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS PROBLEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Dec 26, 2000 Structure

FRONT TWO DOORS LEAK IN HEAVY RAIN ON THE TOP OF THE DOOR FRAME, DEALER CAN'T FIND PROBLEM. *SLC

Dec 26, 2000 Electrical System

CONSUMER USED DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL TO PULL INTO THE DRIVEWAY, HOWEVER THE FLASHERS WOULD NOT GO OFF EVEN AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, CONSUMER REMOVED THE FUSE AND TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, DEALER PUT FUSE BACK IN AND THE PROBLEM HASN'T OCCURRED AGAIN. *SLC

Dec 26, 2000 Electrical System

THE HORN WILL ONLY WORK IF A CERTAIN SPOT IS TOUCHED. *SLC

Dec 26, 2000 Structure

FRONT TWO DOORS LEAK IN HEAVY RAIN ON THE TOP OF THE DOOR FRAME, DEALER CAN'T FIND PROBLEM. *SLC

Dec 26, 2000 Electrical System

CONSUMER USED DIRECTIONAL SIGNAL TO PULL INTO THE DRIVEWAY, HOWEVER THE FLASHERS WOULD NOT GO OFF EVEN AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF, CONSUMER REMOVED THE FUSE AND TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, DEALER PUT FUSE BACK IN AND THE PROBLEM HASN'T OCCURRED AGAIN. *SLC

Dec 26, 2000 Electrical System

THE HORN WILL ONLY WORK IF A CERTAIN SPOT IS TOUCHED. *SLC

Dec 21, 2000 Power Train

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE UNIT SEALS WENT BAD. CONSUMER TRIED TO PUT IN 4-WHEEL DRIVE, AND VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER REPAIRED. BUT, CLAIMED THATSEALS WILL GO BAD AGAIN. *AK

Dec 21, 2000 Power Train

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE UNIT SEALS WENT BAD. CONSUMER TRIED TO PUT IN 4-WHEEL DRIVE, AND VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER, AND DEALER REPAIRED. BUT, CLAIMED THATSEALS WILL GO BAD AGAIN. *AK

Nov 30, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN ENGINE CONTINUALLY LOSES POWER , CAUSE UNKNOWN, DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Nov 30, 2000 Electrical System

WHEN VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN ENGINE CONTINUALLY LOSES POWER , CAUSE UNKNOWN, DEALER CANNOT IDENTIFY PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Nov 28, 2000 Visibility

THE MASTER WINDOW SWITCH FAILED DUE TO FAULTY WIRE HARNESS INSIDE THE LEFT FRONT DOOR PANEL TO THE WINDOWS HAD MELTED. *YH

Nov 28, 2000 Electrical System

THE FUEL INJECTION WIRE HARNESS FAILED AND CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL, THERE WAS A RECALL ISSUED PREVIOUSLY, IN WHICH CONSUMER HAD WORK PERFORMED, DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO HONOR THE MANUFACTURERS 36-MONTH OR 36,000 MILE WARRANTY STATING THE PROBLEM WAS THE RESULT OF ANOTHER COMPANYS WORK THAT WAS ...

Nov 28, 2000 Electrical System

THE FUEL INJECTION WIRE HARNESS FAILED AND CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL, THERE WAS A RECALL ISSUED PREVIOUSLY, IN WHICH CONSUMER HAD WORK PERFORMED, DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO HONOR THE MANUFACTURERS 36-MONTH OR 36,000 MILE WARRANTY STATING THE PROBLEM WAS THE RESULT OF ANOTHER COMPANYS WORK THAT WAS ...

Nov 28, 2000 Visibility

THE MASTER WINDOW SWITCH FAILED DUE TO FAULTY WIRE HARNESS INSIDE THE LEFT FRONT DOOR PANEL TO THE WINDOWS HAD MELTED. *YH

Nov 28, 2000 Electrical System

THE FUEL INJECTION WIRE HARNESS FAILED AND CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL, THERE WAS A RECALL ISSUED PREVIOUSLY, IN WHICH CONSUMER HAD WORK PERFORMED, DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO HONOR THE MANUFACTURERS 36-MONTH OR 36,000 MILE WARRANTY STATING THE PROBLEM WAS THE RESULT OF ANOTHER COMPANYS WORK THAT WAS ...

Nov 28, 2000 Electrical System

THE FUEL INJECTION WIRE HARNESS FAILED AND CAUSED THE ENGINE TO STALL, THERE WAS A RECALL ISSUED PREVIOUSLY, IN WHICH CONSUMER HAD WORK PERFORMED, DEALER WAS NOT WILLING TO HONOR THE MANUFACTURERS 36-MONTH OR 36,000 MILE WARRANTY STATING THE PROBLEM WAS THE RESULT OF ANOTHER COMPANYS WORK THAT WAS ...

Nov 15, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN ACCELERATING VEHICLE HESITATES AND JERKS FORWARD. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND DETERMINED THAT PROBLEM WAS WITH FUEL INJECTION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK

Nov 15, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

WHEN ACCELERATING VEHICLE HESITATES AND JERKS FORWARD. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE, AND DETERMINED THAT PROBLEM WAS WITH FUEL INJECTION ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. MANUFACTURER WILL BE NOTIFIED. *AK

Nov 13, 2000 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL BEARING BROKE OFF, CAUSING WHEEL TO BENT INWARDS/ SPARKS FLYING, AND FIRE STARTED. DRIVER STOPPED VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF FROM THE AXLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 13, 2000 Power Train Fire

WHILE DRIVING FRONT PASSENGER'S WHEEL BEARING BROKE OFF, CAUSING WHEEL TO BENT INWARDS/ SPARKS FLYING, AND FIRE STARTED. DRIVER STOPPED VEHICLE AND FOUND THAT WHEEL ALMOST FELL OFF FROM THE AXLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK

Nov 10, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN OF DECEMEBER 241999.ONE PERSON DIDE.BECAUSE THE KIA DID NOT STOP ON TIME.I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT THE BRAKE SYSTEM IN THE KIA SPORTAGE.*AK

Nov 10, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash

I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN OF DECEMEBER 241999.ONE PERSON DIDE.BECAUSE THE KIA DID NOT STOP ON TIME.I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT THE BRAKE SYSTEM IN THE KIA SPORTAGE.*AK

Oct 25, 2000 Electrical System

I SERVE ON THE NH LEMON LAW BOARD. WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL (2 ON 10/24) KIA SPORTAGE CASES WITH STALLING PROBLEMS AT HIGHIAWAY SPEEDS. THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD A SAFETY RECALL (KIA RECALL S014) FOR A WIRING HARNESS FOR THE FUEL SYSTEM. VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD THIS RECALL STILL EXHIBIT THE PROBLEM. IN REVIEW ...

Oct 25, 2000 Electrical System

I SERVE ON THE NH LEMON LAW BOARD. WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL (2 ON 10/24) KIA SPORTAGE CASES WITH STALLING PROBLEMS AT HIGHIAWAY SPEEDS. THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD A SAFETY RECALL (KIA RECALL S014) FOR A WIRING HARNESS FOR THE FUEL SYSTEM. VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD THIS RECALL STILL EXHIBIT THE PROBLEM. IN REVIEW ...

Oct 24, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE STALLS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. ALL RECALLS HAVE BEEN PERFORMED. NO CHANGE, STILL STALLS. PLEASE INVESTIGATE!*AK

Oct 24, 2000 Electrical System

VEHICLE STALLS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. ALL RECALLS HAVE BEEN PERFORMED. NO CHANGE, STILL STALLS. PLEASE INVESTIGATE!*AK

Oct 20, 2000 Tires Crash

WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY ON AN OFF RAMP, APPROX. 20-30 MPH, THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT ON THE SIDE OF THE TIRE FORCING THE VEHICLE TO SLAM INTO A GUARDRAIL AND DAMAGING THE FRONT CORNER AND SIDE OF VEHICLE FROM FRONT TO BACK. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.INSURANCE COVERED THE DAMAGE AND ALSO TRIED TO C...

Oct 20, 2000 Tires Crash

WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY ON AN OFF RAMP, APPROX. 20-30 MPH, THE LEFT FRONT TIRE BLEW OUT ON THE SIDE OF THE TIRE FORCING THE VEHICLE TO SLAM INTO A GUARDRAIL AND DAMAGING THE FRONT CORNER AND SIDE OF VEHICLE FROM FRONT TO BACK. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.INSURANCE COVERED THE DAMAGE AND ALSO TRIED TO C...

Oct 2, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL 99V325000 WORK WAS CORRECTED. SINCE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER NOTED THAT RECALL PROBLEM HAS FAILED AND WIRES WENT BAD. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Oct 2, 2000 Unknown Or Other

RECALL 99V325000 WORK WAS CORRECTED. SINCE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER NOTED THAT RECALL PROBLEM HAS FAILED AND WIRES WENT BAD. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Oct 2, 2000 Air Bags

RECALL 99V325000 WORK WAS CORRECTED. SINCE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER NOTED THAT RECALL PROBLEM HAS FAILED AND WIRES WENT BAD. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Oct 2, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL 99V325000 WORK WAS CORRECTED. SINCE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER NOTED THAT RECALL PROBLEM HAS FAILED AND WIRES WENT BAD. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Oct 2, 2000 Unknown Or Other

RECALL 99V325000 WORK WAS CORRECTED. SINCE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER NOTED THAT RECALL PROBLEM HAS FAILED AND WIRES WENT BAD. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Oct 2, 2000 Air Bags

RECALL 99V325000 WORK WAS CORRECTED. SINCE RECALL WORK WAS DONE ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER. DEALER NOTED THAT RECALL PROBLEM HAS FAILED AND WIRES WENT BAD. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATING ON THE DASH. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS.*AK

Sep 26, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE SENT THE FOLLOWING E-MAIL BOTH TO KIA AND HYUNDAI SEVERAL TIMES AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RESPONSE.I HAVE A 1999 SPORTAGE CONVERTIBLE VIN # [XXX], AFTER. NO SAFETY COMPLAINT. *AK INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Sep 26, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE SENT THE FOLLOWING E-MAIL BOTH TO KIA AND HYUNDAI SEVERAL TIMES AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RESPONSE.I HAVE A 1999 SPORTAGE CONVERTIBLE VIN # [XXX], AFTER. NO SAFETY COMPLAINT. *AK INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR

Sep 24, 2000 Suspension

THIS VEHICLE CAN BE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL IN HIGH WINDS AND REQUIRES CONSTANT VIGILANCE AGAINST WIND GUSTS. I HAVE DRIVEN AND OWNED OTHER SMALL VEHICLES THAT WERE NOT SO SERIOUSLY AFFECTED BY WIND.

Sep 24, 2000 Suspension

THIS VEHICLE CAN BE DIFFICULT TO CONTROL IN HIGH WINDS AND REQUIRES CONSTANT VIGILANCE AGAINST WIND GUSTS. I HAVE DRIVEN AND OWNED OTHER SMALL VEHICLES THAT WERE NOT SO SERIOUSLY AFFECTED BY WIND.

Sep 20, 2000 Visibility Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Visibility Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Electrical System Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Equipment Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Visibility Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Visibility Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Electrical System Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 20, 2000 Equipment Fire

WINDSHIELWIPERS WOULD GO SO FAST AT TIMES THEY FLEW OFF WINDSHIELD, OR SO SLOW THAT THEY WOULDN'T HARDLY MOVE, THE DRIVER SIDE POWER WINDOW CONTROLS WOULD NOT PUT DOWN THE BACK P[ASSENGER SIDE WINDOW, VEHICLE HAD A TENDENCY TO LOOSE ALL POWER AT 55 - 60 MPH, VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON 9/06/200 DUE TO E...

Sep 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAVE REPLACED FRONT BRAKES TWICE, ONLY HAS 20K REPLACED 1ST AT 9990. *AK

Sep 11, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

HAVE REPLACED FRONT BRAKES TWICE, ONLY HAS 20K REPLACED 1ST AT 9990. *AK

Sep 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR STALLS BETWEEN 60 AND 75 MPH. I LOSE 10 TO 15 MPH AND HAVE ALMOST BEEN REAR ENDED TWICE! NO ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, WARRANTY PART REPLACED TWICE, DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEY DIDN'T CARE IF I DIED IN THE CAR!

Sep 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR STALLS BETWEEN 60 AND 75 MPH. I LOSE 10 TO 15 MPH AND HAVE ALMOST BEEN REAR ENDED TWICE! NO ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, WARRANTY PART REPLACED TWICE, DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEY DIDN'T CARE IF I DIED IN THE CAR!

Sep 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR STALLS BETWEEN 60 AND 75 MPH. I LOSE 10 TO 15 MPH AND HAVE ALMOST BEEN REAR ENDED TWICE! NO ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, WARRANTY PART REPLACED TWICE, DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEY DIDN'T CARE IF I DIED IN THE CAR!

Sep 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

THE CAR STALLS BETWEEN 60 AND 75 MPH. I LOSE 10 TO 15 MPH AND HAVE ALMOST BEEN REAR ENDED TWICE! NO ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, WARRANTY PART REPLACED TWICE, DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEY DIDN'T CARE IF I DIED IN THE CAR!

Sep 5, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

#2 CYLINDER MISFIRED CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Visibility

THE RUN CHANNEL ON FRONT DRIVERS DOOR IS FOLDED IN THE WINDOW CAUSING WIND NOISE TO COME INTO THE DRIVERS DOOR. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Structure

CENTER CONSOLE WILL NOT LOCK. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES SQUEAKS AND VIBRATES WHEN COMING TO A STOP DUE TO WARPED ROTORS AND WORN PADS. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES SQUEAKS AND VIBRATES WHEN COMING TO A STOP DUE TO WARPED ROTORS AND WORN PADS. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Structure

THE STRIKER PLATE IS OUT OF ADJUSTMENT CAUSING THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR TO BE OUT OF ALIGNMENT. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Equipment

THE EVAPORATOR BOX IS LEAKING WATER ONTO THE PASENGER SIDE FLOORBOARD WHEN THE A/C IS ON. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LOCK FOUND IN THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND THE KEY LOCK CLIP INSTALLED INCORRECTLY FROM THE FACTORY. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

#2 CYLINDER MISFIRED CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Visibility

THE RUN CHANNEL ON FRONT DRIVERS DOOR IS FOLDED IN THE WINDOW CAUSING WIND NOISE TO COME INTO THE DRIVERS DOOR. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Structure

CENTER CONSOLE WILL NOT LOCK. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES SQUEAKS AND VIBRATES WHEN COMING TO A STOP DUE TO WARPED ROTORS AND WORN PADS. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE BRAKES SQUEAKS AND VIBRATES WHEN COMING TO A STOP DUE TO WARPED ROTORS AND WORN PADS. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Structure

THE STRIKER PLATE IS OUT OF ADJUSTMENT CAUSING THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR DOOR TO BE OUT OF ALIGNMENT. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Equipment

THE EVAPORATOR BOX IS LEAKING WATER ONTO THE PASENGER SIDE FLOORBOARD WHEN THE A/C IS ON. NLM

Sep 5, 2000 Latches/locks/linkages

DOOR LOCK FOUND IN THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND THE KEY LOCK CLIP INSTALLED INCORRECTLY FROM THE FACTORY. NLM

Aug 31, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE REPLACED MY ROTORS 4 TIMES AND THEY HAVE BEEN GROUND DOWN 2 TIMES. THE FIRST TIME I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR BRAKE PROBLEMS I HAD 2852 MILES ON MY CAR.

Aug 31, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I HAVE REPLACED MY ROTORS 4 TIMES AND THEY HAVE BEEN GROUND DOWN 2 TIMES. THE FIRST TIME I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR BRAKE PROBLEMS I HAD 2852 MILES ON MY CAR.

Aug 29, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

1 MONTH AFTER PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE, IT BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, AND THEN IT STALLED. MECHANIC CLAIMED CHEAP GAS WAS THE CAUSE. VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. ON 08-22 VEHICLE ACCELERATED THROUGH TOLL PLAZA AND I HAD A HARD TIME STOPPING VEHICLE, ONCE VEHICLE STOPPED IT...

Aug 29, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

1 MONTH AFTER PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE, IT BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN, AND THEN IT STALLED. MECHANIC CLAIMED CHEAP GAS WAS THE CAUSE. VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. ON 08-22 VEHICLE ACCELERATED THROUGH TOLL PLAZA AND I HAD A HARD TIME STOPPING VEHICLE, ONCE VEHICLE STOPPED IT...

Aug 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED ,CAUSING ENGINE TO BLOW. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE ENGINE. ALSO, CAMSHAFT/PULLEY SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE.*AK

Aug 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED ,CAUSING ENGINE TO BLOW. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE ENGINE. ALSO, CAMSHAFT/PULLEY SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE.*AK

Aug 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED ,CAUSING ENGINE TO BLOW. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE ENGINE. ALSO, CAMSHAFT/PULLEY SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE.*AK

Aug 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

OIL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED ,CAUSING ENGINE TO BLOW. DEALER HAS REPLACED THE ENGINE. ALSO, CAMSHAFT/PULLEY SEPARATED FROM VEHICLE, CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE.*AK

Aug 24, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60MPH WHEN RPMS REVVED UP TO 6000 & VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED VEHICLE WOULD STOP. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER & MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM.*AK

Aug 24, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60MPH WHEN RPMS REVVED UP TO 6000 & VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED VEHICLE WOULD STOP. PROBLEM WAS INTERMITTENT. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER & MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE PROBLEM.*AK

Aug 16, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM FRONT END, ALSO, UPON DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL OR WHEN RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL, CONSUMER NOTICED A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. PROBLEM FELT LIKE STICKY CALIPERS. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT PROBLEM WAS LINKED TO THE DRIVESHAFT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 16, 2000 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM FRONT END, ALSO, UPON DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL OR WHEN RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL, CONSUMER NOTICED A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. PROBLEM FELT LIKE STICKY CALIPERS. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT PROBLEM WAS LINKED TO THE DRIVESHAFT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 16, 2000 Power Train

WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM FRONT END, ALSO, UPON DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL OR WHEN RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL, CONSUMER NOTICED A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. PROBLEM FELT LIKE STICKY CALIPERS. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT PROBLEM WAS LINKED TO THE DRIVESHAFT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 16, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM FRONT END, ALSO, UPON DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL OR WHEN RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL, CONSUMER NOTICED A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. PROBLEM FELT LIKE STICKY CALIPERS. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT PROBLEM WAS LINKED TO THE DRIVESHAFT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 16, 2000 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM FRONT END, ALSO, UPON DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL OR WHEN RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL, CONSUMER NOTICED A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. PROBLEM FELT LIKE STICKY CALIPERS. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT PROBLEM WAS LINKED TO THE DRIVESHAFT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 16, 2000 Power Train

WHEN DRIVING CONSUMER NOTICED VIBRATION COMING FROM FRONT END, ALSO, UPON DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL OR WHEN RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL, CONSUMER NOTICED A NOISE COMING FROM VEHICLE. PROBLEM FELT LIKE STICKY CALIPERS. CONSUMER BELIEVED THAT PROBLEM WAS LINKED TO THE DRIVESHAFT. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED ...

Aug 15, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS LEAKING GASOLINE, AND FUEL LINE WAS DEFECTIVE. THERE WAS A TRAIL OF GASOLINE MILES AWAY, AND VEHICLE JUST STOPPED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, SPEEDOMETER DIDN'T WORK, AND SHE DIDN'T KNOW HOW FAST SHE WAS GOING. CONSUMER FELT THAT VEHICLE WAS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.*AK

Aug 15, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE WAS LEAKING GASOLINE, AND FUEL LINE WAS DEFECTIVE. THERE WAS A TRAIL OF GASOLINE MILES AWAY, AND VEHICLE JUST STOPPED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, SPEEDOMETER DIDN'T WORK, AND SHE DIDN'T KNOW HOW FAST SHE WAS GOING. CONSUMER FELT THAT VEHICLE WAS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.*AK

Aug 15, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE WAS LEAKING GASOLINE, AND FUEL LINE WAS DEFECTIVE. THERE WAS A TRAIL OF GASOLINE MILES AWAY, AND VEHICLE JUST STOPPED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, SPEEDOMETER DIDN'T WORK, AND SHE DIDN'T KNOW HOW FAST SHE WAS GOING. CONSUMER FELT THAT VEHICLE WAS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.*AK

Aug 15, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

VEHICLE WAS LEAKING GASOLINE, AND FUEL LINE WAS DEFECTIVE. THERE WAS A TRAIL OF GASOLINE MILES AWAY, AND VEHICLE JUST STOPPED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. ALSO, SPEEDOMETER DIDN'T WORK, AND SHE DIDN'T KNOW HOW FAST SHE WAS GOING. CONSUMER FELT THAT VEHICLE WAS VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE.*AK

Aug 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL FOR NO REASON. HAD NO PRIOR WARNING BEFORE INCIDENT HAPPENED. HAD BEEN TO DEALER TWICE FOR REPAIRS, BUT STALLING PROBLEM REOCCURRED. *AK

Aug 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL FOR NO REASON. HAD NO PRIOR WARNING BEFORE INCIDENT HAPPENED. HAD BEEN TO DEALER TWICE FOR REPAIRS, BUT STALLING PROBLEM REOCCURRED. *AK

Aug 1, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WITHOUT WARNING, FROM A STOP TO NORMAL FREEWAY SPEEDS. TOOK IT IN 5 TIMES STILL HAVE THE PROBLEM. SHOCKS RATTLE WITH EVERY BUMP JUST LIKE A 15 YEAR OLD CAR. BATTERY GOES DEAD WITHOUT WARNING. THIS IS A DANGEROUS CAR.

Aug 1, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY WITHOUT WARNING, FROM A STOP TO NORMAL FREEWAY SPEEDS. TOOK IT IN 5 TIMES STILL HAVE THE PROBLEM. SHOCKS RATTLE WITH EVERY BUMP JUST LIKE A 15 YEAR OLD CAR. BATTERY GOES DEAD WITHOUT WARNING. THIS IS A DANGEROUS CAR.

Jul 19, 2000 Air Bags

WINDSHIELD WIPER ON PASSENGER'S SIDE STOPPED WORKING. WINDSHIELD WIPER NEVER STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ALSO, AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON UNTIL CONSUMER TOOK IT TO BE REPAIRED A MONTH AFTER CONSUMER HAD THE CAR. *AK

Jul 19, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER ON PASSENGER'S SIDE STOPPED WORKING. WINDSHIELD WIPER NEVER STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ALSO, AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON UNTIL CONSUMER TOOK IT TO BE REPAIRED A MONTH AFTER CONSUMER HAD THE CAR. *AK

Jul 19, 2000 Air Bags

WINDSHIELD WIPER ON PASSENGER'S SIDE STOPPED WORKING. WINDSHIELD WIPER NEVER STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ALSO, AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON UNTIL CONSUMER TOOK IT TO BE REPAIRED A MONTH AFTER CONSUMER HAD THE CAR. *AK

Jul 19, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPER ON PASSENGER'S SIDE STOPPED WORKING. WINDSHIELD WIPER NEVER STARTED WORKING AGAIN. ALSO, AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON UNTIL CONSUMER TOOK IT TO BE REPAIRED A MONTH AFTER CONSUMER HAD THE CAR. *AK

Jul 12, 2000 Suspension

WHEN MAKING A RIGHT OR LEFT TURN VEHICLE WILL FISHTAIL NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION TO OCCUR, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 12, 2000 Suspension

WHEN MAKING A RIGHT OR LEFT TURN VEHICLE WILL FISHTAIL NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION TO OCCUR, CAUSE UNKNOWN. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 10, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL 99V325 000/ENGINE STALLING: VEHICLE EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH STALLING WHILE DRIVING, AND WILL NOT RESTART. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. VEHICLE REMAINED IN DEALER'S SHOP AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jul 10, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECALL 99V325 000/ENGINE STALLING: VEHICLE EXPERIENCING ONGOING PROBLEM WITH STALLING WHILE DRIVING, AND WILL NOT RESTART. VEHICLE BEEN IN DEALER SHOP ON TWO OCCASIONS, AND PROBLEM STILL REOCCURRING. VEHICLE REMAINED IN DEALER'S SHOP AT THIS TIME. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Jun 22, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BOUGHT THE KIA LAST YEAR AND HAVE HAD THE BRAKE PADS/PARTS REPLACED TWICE. THE FIRST TIME THE BRAKES BECAME BAD, THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON IT. THEY EXPLAINED THAT THE BRAKES WERE WEARING DOWN BECAUSE I WAS TOO HARD ON THEM. I HAVE DRIVEN A FORD PICKUP AND NEVER HAD PROBLEMS WITH...

Jun 22, 2000 Air Bags

I BOUGHT THE KIA LAST YEAR AND HAVE HAD THE BRAKE PADS/PARTS REPLACED TWICE. THE FIRST TIME THE BRAKES BECAME BAD, THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON IT. THEY EXPLAINED THAT THE BRAKES WERE WEARING DOWN BECAUSE I WAS TOO HARD ON THEM. I HAVE DRIVEN A FORD PICKUP AND NEVER HAD PROBLEMS WITH...

Jun 22, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

I BOUGHT THE KIA LAST YEAR AND HAVE HAD THE BRAKE PADS/PARTS REPLACED TWICE. THE FIRST TIME THE BRAKES BECAME BAD, THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON IT. THEY EXPLAINED THAT THE BRAKES WERE WEARING DOWN BECAUSE I WAS TOO HARD ON THEM. I HAVE DRIVEN A FORD PICKUP AND NEVER HAD PROBLEMS WITH...

Jun 22, 2000 Air Bags

I BOUGHT THE KIA LAST YEAR AND HAVE HAD THE BRAKE PADS/PARTS REPLACED TWICE. THE FIRST TIME THE BRAKES BECAME BAD, THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON IT. THEY EXPLAINED THAT THE BRAKES WERE WEARING DOWN BECAUSE I WAS TOO HARD ON THEM. I HAVE DRIVEN A FORD PICKUP AND NEVER HAD PROBLEMS WITH...

Jun 19, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

VEHICLE SPORADICALLY JUMPS FORWARD/ STALLS OUT. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE, AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO SOLVE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 19, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

VEHICLE SPORADICALLY JUMPS FORWARD/ STALLS OUT. DEALER HAS SEEN VEHICLE, AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO SOLVE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 15, 2000 Power Train

SINCE PURCHASING VEHICLE IN AUGUST 1999, IT HAS INTERMITTENTLY "POPPED" OUT OF FIRST GEAR AND INTO NEUTRAL. THE SHIFTER, WITHOUT BEING TOUCHED, SUDDENLY POPS INTO NEUTRAL UPON ACCELERATION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING OTHER THAN TEST DRIVE AND RUN A DIAGNOST...

Jun 15, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Visibility

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Structure

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Power Train

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Power Train

SINCE PURCHASING VEHICLE IN AUGUST 1999, IT HAS INTERMITTENTLY "POPPED" OUT OF FIRST GEAR AND INTO NEUTRAL. THE SHIFTER, WITHOUT BEING TOUCHED, SUDDENLY POPS INTO NEUTRAL UPON ACCELERATION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL. DEALERSHIP HAS REFUSED TO DO ANYTHING OTHER THAN TEST DRIVE AND RUN A DIAGNOST...

Jun 15, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Visibility

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Structure

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

Jun 15, 2000 Power Train

THROTTLE: CAR INTERMITTENTLY JERKS IN FIRST AND SECOND GEARS. SERVICE PERSON AT DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN PRESENT AND EXPERIENCED THIS AND SAID THROTTLE HAS PROBLEMS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO BE UNRESOLVED. TECHNICIAN SAYS HE CAN'T DUPLICATE IT. THIS JERKING OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK AND AFTER THE ...

May 30, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING EXHAUST LEAKAGE PROBLEM. VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT DEALER'S SHOP ON FIVE OCCASIONS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO REOCCUR. DEALER INFORMED CONSUME R THAT NOTHING COLUD BE DONE. *AK

May 30, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING EXHAUST LEAKAGE PROBLEM. VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT DEALER'S SHOP ON FIVE OCCASIONS, BUT PROBLEM CONTINUES TO REOCCUR. DEALER INFORMED CONSUME R THAT NOTHING COLUD BE DONE. *AK

May 25, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS CONTINUED TO STALL AFTER HAVING RECALL 99V325000 REPAIRS WORK DONE. VEHICLE WAS JUST REPAIRED AGAIN & STALLED A FEW DAYS LATER. DEALER DOESN'T KNOW WHY PROBLEM CAN'T BE RESOLVED. *AK *ML

May 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF BRAKE DUST ON THE FRONT WHEELS AND NOW THE CAR IS SQUEAKING. IT SEEMS THAT ALL THE VEHICLES I SEE OF THIS TYPE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. THESE BRAKE PADS MUST BE DEFECTIVE TO WEAR OUT SO FAST. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY FACTOR DUE TO THIS MATTER.*AK

May 25, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

VEHICLE HAS CONTINUED TO STALL AFTER HAVING RECALL 99V325000 REPAIRS WORK DONE. VEHICLE WAS JUST REPAIRED AGAIN & STALLED A FEW DAYS LATER. DEALER DOESN'T KNOW WHY PROBLEM CAN'T BE RESOLVED. *AK *ML

May 25, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THERE IS EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF BRAKE DUST ON THE FRONT WHEELS AND NOW THE CAR IS SQUEAKING. IT SEEMS THAT ALL THE VEHICLES I SEE OF THIS TYPE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. THESE BRAKE PADS MUST BE DEFECTIVE TO WEAR OUT SO FAST. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY FACTOR DUE TO THIS MATTER.*AK

May 15, 2000 Seat Belts

THE SEAT BELTS NEEDED EXTENSIONS TO FIT PROPERLY AND THE DEALER IS UNABLE TO RESOLVE IT. YH

May 15, 2000 Seat Belts

THE SEAT BELTS NEEDED EXTENSIONS TO FIT PROPERLY AND THE DEALER IS UNABLE TO RESOLVE IT. YH

May 10, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WILL CUT OFF AND STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING,CAUSING POOR STEERING CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 10, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WILL CUT OFF AND STALL WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING,CAUSING POOR STEERING CONTROL. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

May 9, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

KIA MOTORS RECALL NOTICE, DEALER WILL NOT SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR REPAIRS

May 9, 2000 Fuel System, Gasoline

KIA MOTORS RECALL NOTICE, DEALER WILL NOT SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR REPAIRS

May 5, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON THE DASHBOARD MORE THEN ONCE. FRONT BRAKES WERE LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE ROTORS AND BRAKES PADS. *AK

May 5, 2000 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON THE DASHBOARD MORE THEN ONCE. FRONT BRAKES WERE LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE ROTORS AND BRAKES PADS. *AK

May 5, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

AUTOMOBILE HAS BEEN STALLING EVER SINCE CONSUMER HAS HAD THE AUTOMOBILE. MECHANIC KEEPS SAYING THAT THEY ARE FIXING THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DOES NOT STOP VEHICLE FROM STALLING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER REPEATEDLY FOR THIS PROBLEM AS WELL AS OTHERS (AIR FLOW WIRING, AIR CONDITIONING, OIL LEAK, DOME ...

May 5, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON THE DASHBOARD MORE THEN ONCE. FRONT BRAKES WERE LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE ROTORS AND BRAKES PADS. *AK

May 5, 2000 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON THE DASHBOARD MORE THEN ONCE. FRONT BRAKES WERE LEAKING BRAKE FLUID. DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE ROTORS AND BRAKES PADS. *AK

May 5, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

AUTOMOBILE HAS BEEN STALLING EVER SINCE CONSUMER HAS HAD THE AUTOMOBILE. MECHANIC KEEPS SAYING THAT THEY ARE FIXING THE PROBLEM, BUT IT DOES NOT STOP VEHICLE FROM STALLING. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO DEALER REPEATEDLY FOR THIS PROBLEM AS WELL AS OTHERS (AIR FLOW WIRING, AIR CONDITIONING, OIL LEAK, DOME ...

Apr 19, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS DO NOT REST PROPERLY, CAUSING WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE, AND RESULTING IN POOR DRIVER VISIBILITY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Apr 19, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS DO NOT REST PROPERLY, CAUSING WIPERS TO BECOME INOPERATIVE, AND RESULTING IN POOR DRIVER VISIBILITY. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Apr 12, 2000 Visibility

WHILE USING WINDSHIELD WIPERS THEY WILL STOP OPERATING WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.*AK

Apr 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

FAN BELT FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER SMELLING FUMES INSIDE VEHICLE. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Steering

ALARM FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Visibility

WHILE USING WINDSHIELD WIPERS THEY WILL STOP OPERATING WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.*AK

Apr 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

FAN BELT FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER SMELLING FUMES INSIDE VEHICLE. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Steering

ALARM FAILED. NLM

Apr 12, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKES FAILED. NLM

Apr 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WHICH HAS A CONVERTIBLE TOP ON THE BACK PART. WHEN THE INSIDE AIR FLOW BUTTON IS ON IT CAUSES THE TOP TO FLAP SO HARD THAT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE BEGINS TO SHAKE. IT ALSO SO CAUSE SUCH A VIBRATION THAT IT HURTS YOUR EARS . BUT YOU DONOT ALWAYS HAVE TO HAVE THE INSIDE AIR FLOW ...

Apr 7, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WHICH HAS A CONVERTIBLE TOP ON THE BACK PART. WHEN THE INSIDE AIR FLOW BUTTON IS ON IT CAUSES THE TOP TO FLAP SO HARD THAT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE BEGINS TO SHAKE. IT ALSO SO CAUSE SUCH A VIBRATION THAT IT HURTS YOUR EARS . BUT YOU DONOT ALWAYS HAVE TO HAVE THE INSIDE AIR FLOW ...

Apr 3, 2000 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON, INDICATING A PROBLEM WITH SYSTEM WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. ALSO, MANUFACTURER NEVER NOTIFIED CONSUMER OF TWO RECALLS ON THIS VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST SYSTEM SMELLS OF AMONIA. *MJS

Apr 3, 2000 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON, INDICATING A PROBLEM WITH SYSTEM WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH. DEALER CANNOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. ALSO, MANUFACTURER NEVER NOTIFIED CONSUMER OF TWO RECALLS ON THIS VEHICLE. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Apr 3, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

EXHAUST SYSTEM SMELLS OF AMONIA. *MJS

Mar 30, 2000 Air Bags

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1.) DEALER REPLACED PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; 2.) FRONT AXLE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO JERK WHILE MAKING A FULL LEFT TURN/ REPLACED BY DEALER, AND 3.) FRONT RIGHT TIRE WAS REPLACED BECAUSE OF A BUBBLE ON TIRE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1.) DEALER REPLACED PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; 2.) FRONT AXLE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO JERK WHILE MAKING A FULL LEFT TURN/ REPLACED BY DEALER, AND 3.) FRONT RIGHT TIRE WAS REPLACED BECAUSE OF A BUBBLE ON TIRE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Tires

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1.) DEALER REPLACED PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; 2.) FRONT AXLE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO JERK WHILE MAKING A FULL LEFT TURN/ REPLACED BY DEALER, AND 3.) FRONT RIGHT TIRE WAS REPLACED BECAUSE OF A BUBBLE ON TIRE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Air Bags

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1.) DEALER REPLACED PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; 2.) FRONT AXLE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO JERK WHILE MAKING A FULL LEFT TURN/ REPLACED BY DEALER, AND 3.) FRONT RIGHT TIRE WAS REPLACED BECAUSE OF A BUBBLE ON TIRE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Power Train

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1.) DEALER REPLACED PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; 2.) FRONT AXLE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO JERK WHILE MAKING A FULL LEFT TURN/ REPLACED BY DEALER, AND 3.) FRONT RIGHT TIRE WAS REPLACED BECAUSE OF A BUBBLE ON TIRE. *AK

Mar 30, 2000 Tires

VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS: 1.) DEALER REPLACED PASSENGER'S AIR BAG DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORT; 2.) FRONT AXLE FAILED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO JERK WHILE MAKING A FULL LEFT TURN/ REPLACED BY DEALER, AND 3.) FRONT RIGHT TIRE WAS REPLACED BECAUSE OF A BUBBLE ON TIRE. *AK

Mar 23, 2000 Air Bags

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHED ON AND OFF. IN AUGUST OR SEPTEMBER OF 1999, THEY CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. ABOUT A MONTH AFTERWARDS, AIR BAG LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH AGAIN. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMTION. *AK

Mar 23, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILURE CAUSED GEARS TO MALFUNCTION. YH

Mar 23, 2000 Air Bags

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHED ON AND OFF. IN AUGUST OR SEPTEMBER OF 1999, THEY CORRECTED THE PROBLEM. ABOUT A MONTH AFTERWARDS, AIR BAG LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH AGAIN. PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMTION. *AK

Mar 23, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILURE CAUSED GEARS TO MALFUNCTION. YH

Mar 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WAS GOING ACROSS RAILROAD TRACKS WHEN VEHICLE STALLED OUT. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. STALLING PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND WAS INFORMED NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH VEHICLE. ALSO, WOULD MAKE A THUMPING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED. *AK

Mar 21, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WAS GOING ACROSS RAILROAD TRACKS WHEN VEHICLE STALLED OUT. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. STALLING PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND WAS INFORMED NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH VEHICLE. ALSO, WOULD MAKE A THUMPING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED. *AK

Mar 21, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

WAS GOING ACROSS RAILROAD TRACKS WHEN VEHICLE STALLED OUT. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. STALLING PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND WAS INFORMED NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH VEHICLE. ALSO, WOULD MAKE A THUMPING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED. *AK

Mar 21, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WAS GOING ACROSS RAILROAD TRACKS WHEN VEHICLE STALLED OUT. THERE WAS NO PRIOR WARNING. STALLING PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER AND WAS INFORMED NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH VEHICLE. ALSO, WOULD MAKE A THUMPING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING THE ENGINE STALLING. CONTACTED THE DEALER. NO AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT UNTIL JUNE 13, 2000. PLEASE GIVE AND FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 20, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING THE ENGINE STALLING. CONTACTED THE DEALER. NO AVAILABLE APPOINTMENT UNTIL JUNE 13, 2000. PLEASE GIVE AND FURTHER DETAILS. *AK

Mar 16, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION WON'T KICK INTO GEAR. WHEN DRIVING OF SPEEDS OF 70 IT STAYS IN FIRST GEAR . RPM'S GO UP TO 6 AND WON'T KICK INTO GEAR.

Mar 16, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION WON'T KICK INTO GEAR. WHEN DRIVING OF SPEEDS OF 70 IT STAYS IN FIRST GEAR . RPM'S GO UP TO 6 AND WON'T KICK INTO GEAR.

Mar 15, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF OCTOBER RECALL (98V222000) OF THE SHAFT COUPLING PRIOR TO THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE, WHEN DEALER WAS CONTACTED FOR REPAIR CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMIDATE HER UNTIL THE NEXT MONTH (3-15-00) DUE TO OTHER VEHICLES AWAITING REPAIR. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Power Train

REAR TOP GEAR SHIFTER FAILED. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER FAILED. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF OCTOBER RECALL (98V222000) OF THE SHAFT COUPLING PRIOR TO THE PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE, WHEN DEALER WAS CONTACTED FOR REPAIR CONSUMER WAS TOLD THAT THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO ACCOMIDATE HER UNTIL THE NEXT MONTH (3-15-00) DUE TO OTHER VEHICLES AWAITING REPAIR. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Power Train

TRANSMISSION FAILED. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Power Train

REAR TOP GEAR SHIFTER FAILED. NLM

Mar 15, 2000 Equipment

AIR CONDITIONER FAILED. NLM

Mar 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT A WEEK AGO TO REPAIR ENGINE STALLING. BUT, DEALER CALLED TO CANCEL APPOINTMENT BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. IT WOULD BE TWO MONTHS WAITING BEFORE NEXT APPOINTMENT WOULD BE ISSUED. *AK

Mar 14, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

RECEIVED AN APPOINTMENT A WEEK AGO TO REPAIR ENGINE STALLING. BUT, DEALER CALLED TO CANCEL APPOINTMENT BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. IT WOULD BE TWO MONTHS WAITING BEFORE NEXT APPOINTMENT WOULD BE ISSUED. *AK

Mar 10, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME OFF SIDE OF WINDSHIELD DURING RAIN MAKING VISIBILITY DIFFICULT AS WELL AS TEARING THE PAINT OFF THE SIDE OF THE DOOR. *AK

Mar 10, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER SMELLED EXHAUST FUMES INSIDE OF VEHICLE AND BECAME SICK. HAD TO OPEN WINDOWS FOR VENTILATION. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CONTACTED, BUT UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK *ML

Mar 10, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME OFF SIDE OF WINDSHIELD DURING RAIN MAKING VISIBILITY DIFFICULT AS WELL AS TEARING THE PAINT OFF THE SIDE OF THE DOOR. *AK

Mar 10, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME OFF SIDE OF WINDSHIELD DURING RAIN MAKING VISIBILITY DIFFICULT AS WELL AS TEARING THE PAINT OFF THE SIDE OF THE DOOR. *AK

Mar 10, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

CONSUMER SMELLED EXHAUST FUMES INSIDE OF VEHICLE AND BECAME SICK. HAD TO OPEN WINDOWS FOR VENTILATION. DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CONTACTED, BUT UNABLE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *AK *ML

Mar 10, 2000 Visibility

WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME OFF SIDE OF WINDSHIELD DURING RAIN MAKING VISIBILITY DIFFICULT AS WELL AS TEARING THE PAINT OFF THE SIDE OF THE DOOR. *AK

Mar 8, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 65 HIT A SLICK SPOT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE HIT SIDE OF A BRIDGE AND SLID ACROSS THE BRIDGE. UPON IMPACT, PASSENGER'S AIRBAG CAME OUT A LITTLE, BUT DRIVER'S AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Mar 8, 2000 Air Bags Crash

WHILE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 65 HIT A SLICK SPOT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE HIT SIDE OF A BRIDGE AND SLID ACROSS THE BRIDGE. UPON IMPACT, PASSENGER'S AIRBAG CAME OUT A LITTLE, BUT DRIVER'S AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *AK

Mar 7, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL 99V222000/ANTI- LOCK BRAKES. TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS. CONSUMER IS STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE WHEELS LOCKING UP. *AK

Mar 7, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL 99V222000/ANTI- LOCK BRAKES. TOOK CAR TO DEALER FOR RECALL REPAIRS. CONSUMER IS STILL HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE WHEELS LOCKING UP. *AK

Mar 6, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL STALL., AND GEAR WILL GO INTO OVERDRIVE, AND THEN VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO ACCELERATE. *AK

Mar 6, 2000 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL STALL., AND GEAR WILL GO INTO OVERDRIVE, AND THEN VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO ACCELERATE. *AK

Mar 6, 2000 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL STALL., AND GEAR WILL GO INTO OVERDRIVE, AND THEN VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO ACCELERATE. *AK

Mar 6, 2000 Power Train

WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WILL STALL., AND GEAR WILL GO INTO OVERDRIVE, AND THEN VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO ACCELERATE. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER ABS ENGAGES, THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED CLOSER TO THE FLOOR WHILE PULSATING. ALSO , UNNECESSARY NOISE COMING FROM THE HOOD AND VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE WHILE COMING TO A STOP. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Suspension

WHENEVER ABS ENGAGES, THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED CLOSER TO THE FLOOR WHILE PULSATING. ALSO , UNNECESSARY NOISE COMING FROM THE HOOD AND VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE WHILE COMING TO A STOP. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER ABS ENGAGES, THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED CLOSER TO THE FLOOR WHILE PULSATING. ALSO , UNNECESSARY NOISE COMING FROM THE HOOD AND VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE WHILE COMING TO A STOP. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. *AK

Mar 3, 2000 Suspension

WHENEVER ABS ENGAGES, THE BRAKE PEDAL IS APPLIED CLOSER TO THE FLOOR WHILE PULSATING. ALSO , UNNECESSARY NOISE COMING FROM THE HOOD AND VEHICLE WOULD VIBRATE WHILE COMING TO A STOP. DEALER NOTIFIED, AND INFORMED CONSUMER NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. *AK

Mar 2, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Tires

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Visibility

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Visibility

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Power Train

WHENEVER THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THEY WOULD MAKE SQUEALING & SQUEAKING NOISE. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER HUBS WERE LOOSENED & NEEDED TO BE TIGHTENED. ALSO, BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED. CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. *AK

Mar 2, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THEY WOULD MAKE SQUEALING & SQUEAKING NOISE. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER HUBS WERE LOOSENED & NEEDED TO BE TIGHTENED. ALSO, BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED. CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. *AK

Mar 2, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Tires

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Visibility

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Visibility

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 SEVER...

Mar 2, 2000 Power Train

WHENEVER THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THEY WOULD MAKE SQUEALING & SQUEAKING NOISE. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER HUBS WERE LOOSENED & NEEDED TO BE TIGHTENED. ALSO, BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED. CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. *AK

Mar 2, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHENEVER THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THEY WOULD MAKE SQUEALING & SQUEAKING NOISE. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP. MECHANIC INFORMED OWNER HUBS WERE LOOSENED & NEEDED TO BE TIGHTENED. ALSO, BRAKE ROTORS WERE BAD. THE TIRES WERE ROTATED. CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

NHTSA RECALL 99V325000 AND MFR RECALL 99V325000/ ENGINE STALLING. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS SITTING INSIDE OF VEHICLE AND VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WHEN IT JUMPED OUT OF GEAR AND JERKED. IT TOOK BOTH FEET TO MAKE THE CAR SAFE. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 40 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, BOTH SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE. INJURIES WERE SUSTAINRD BY BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 40 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, BOTH SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE. INJURIES WERE SUSTAINRD BY BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WITH MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON IN THE RAIN. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER SUDDENLY FLEW OFF THE WINDOW AND RESTED ON THE REARVIEW MIRROR. AFTER HAVING THE WIPER INSPECTED IT WAS CAUSED BY A FAULTY LINKAGE SYSTEM SLOWLY CAUSING THE WIPER TO SCREW WHILE IN USE. EVEN AFTER SCREWING THE...

Mar 1, 2000 Electrical System

HAVE HARD TIME MAKE HORN GO OFF, MUST BE PERCICE LOCATION, WHICH IN A SERIOUS TIME MAY NOT BE PROPERLY LOCATED. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

NHTSA RECALL 99V325000 AND MFR RECALL 99V325000/ ENGINE STALLING. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Power Train

CONSUMER WAS SITTING INSIDE OF VEHICLE AND VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WHEN IT JUMPED OUT OF GEAR AND JERKED. IT TOOK BOTH FEET TO MAKE THE CAR SAFE. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Air Bags Crash

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 40 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, BOTH SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE. INJURIES WERE SUSTAINRD BY BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Seat Belts Crash

VEHICLE INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION OF 40 MPH. UPON IMPACT, BOTH AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. ALSO, BOTH SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LOCK IN PLACE. INJURIES WERE SUSTAINRD BY BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER. DEALER NOTIFIED. *AK

Mar 1, 2000 Visibility

WHILE DRIVING WITH MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON IN THE RAIN. THE DRIVER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER SUDDENLY FLEW OFF THE WINDOW AND RESTED ON THE REARVIEW MIRROR. AFTER HAVING THE WIPER INSPECTED IT WAS CAUSED BY A FAULTY LINKAGE SYSTEM SLOWLY CAUSING THE WIPER TO SCREW WHILE IN USE. EVEN AFTER SCREWING THE...

Mar 1, 2000 Electrical System

HAVE HARD TIME MAKE HORN GO OFF, MUST BE PERCICE LOCATION, WHICH IN A SERIOUS TIME MAY NOT BE PROPERLY LOCATED. *AK

Feb 29, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

NHTSA RECALL 99V325000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 99V32500/ ENGINE STALLING: DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN WAITING FOR PART 6 DAYS, AND STILL DOESN'T KNOW WHEN THEY WILL RECEIVE IT. DEALER COULDN'T MAKE CONSUMER AN APPOINTMENT, OR GIVE A DATE AND TIME WHEN THEY WOULD EXPECT THE PART TO BE IN. *AK

Feb 29, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

NHTSA RECALL 99V325000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 99V32500/ ENGINE STALLING: DEALERSHIP HAS BEEN WAITING FOR PART 6 DAYS, AND STILL DOESN'T KNOW WHEN THEY WILL RECEIVE IT. DEALER COULDN'T MAKE CONSUMER AN APPOINTMENT, OR GIVE A DATE AND TIME WHEN THEY WOULD EXPECT THE PART TO BE IN. *AK

Feb 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 40 MPH VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CONSUMER TRIED TO KEEP CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHEN IT STARTED TO ROLL OFF THE ROAD. *AK

Feb 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

MANUFACTURER CLAIMED THAT BEFORE DRIVING CONSUMER HAD TO WARM UP THE VEHICLE FOR FEW MINUTES TO AVOID PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION. NO OSAFETY ISSUE. *AK

Feb 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling Crash

WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 40 MPH VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING, CONSUMER TRIED TO KEEP CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHEN IT STARTED TO ROLL OFF THE ROAD. *AK

Feb 28, 2000 Engine And Engine Cooling

MANUFACTURER CLAIMED THAT BEFORE DRIVING CONSUMER HAD TO WARM UP THE VEHICLE FOR FEW MINUTES TO AVOID PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION. NO OSAFETY ISSUE. *AK

Feb 25, 2000 Air Bags Crash

AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 25, 2000 Air Bags Crash

AS A RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Feb 24, 2000 Power Train

ON TWO OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION HAS DOWNSHIFTED AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 65 MPH, CAUSING VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. *AK

Feb 24, 2000 Power Train

ON TWO OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING TRANSMISSION HAS DOWNSHIFTED AT HIGHWAY SPEED OF 65 MPH, CAUSING VEHICLE TO GO OUT OF CONTROL. DEALER NOTIFIED AND INFORMED CONSUMER THAT NOTHING COULD BE FOUND. *AK

Jan 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. *SLC

Jan 3, 2000 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, TWO ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS HAVE MELTED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL, THE POWER WINDOWS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY AND THE CONSUMER SAYS IT ALWAYS SMELLS LIKE WIRES ARE MELTING. *SLC

Jan 3, 2000 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

THE ABS LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY. *SLC

Jan 3, 2000 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS, TWO ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS HAVE MELTED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL, THE POWER WINDOWS DO NOT WORK PROPERLY AND THE CONSUMER SAYS IT ALWAYS SMELLS LIKE WIRES ARE MELTING. *SLC

Dec 19, 1999 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS ARE GOING OFF THEN COME BACK ON. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND HOLD LIGHT FOR TRANSMISSION COMING ON THEN GOING OFF.

Dec 19, 1999 Power Train

HEADLIGHTS ARE GOING OFF THEN COME BACK ON. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND HOLD LIGHT FOR TRANSMISSION COMING ON THEN GOING OFF.

Dec 19, 1999 Unknown Or Other

HEADLIGHTS ARE GOING OFF THEN COME BACK ON. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND HOLD LIGHT FOR TRANSMISSION COMING ON THEN GOING OFF.

Dec 19, 1999 Exterior Lighting

HEADLIGHTS ARE GOING OFF THEN COME BACK ON. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND HOLD LIGHT FOR TRANSMISSION COMING ON THEN GOING OFF.

Dec 19, 1999 Power Train

HEADLIGHTS ARE GOING OFF THEN COME BACK ON. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND HOLD LIGHT FOR TRANSMISSION COMING ON THEN GOING OFF.

Dec 19, 1999 Unknown Or Other

HEADLIGHTS ARE GOING OFF THEN COME BACK ON. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT AND HOLD LIGHT FOR TRANSMISSION COMING ON THEN GOING OFF.

Dec 17, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Electrical System

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Visibility

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Unknown Or Other

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Electrical System

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 17, 1999 Visibility

NOT ONLY HAS THE PROPORTIONAL BRAKING VALVE FAILED,BUT ALSO ENGINE TEMP SENSOR,CAUSING TRANSMISSION FAILURE, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AND HOLD LIGHT FOR THE TRASMISSION COME ON, AND NOW THE POWER WINDOW GETS STUCK OPEN. WE SMELL A FAINT SMELL OF WIRE INSULATION BURNING,BUT SERVICE DEPT. SAID THEY COULDN...

Dec 8, 1999 Visibility

KIA SPORTAGE'S ARE WORTHLESS,.DO NOT BUY ONE. NO SAFETY DEFCT INCLUDED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Dec 8, 1999 Visibility

KIA SPORTAGE'S ARE WORTHLESS,.DO NOT BUY ONE. NO SAFETY DEFCT INCLUDED IN SUMMARY. *AK

Dec 2, 1999 Electrical System

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEPTCOMING ON WHILE DRIVING. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & MECHANIC REPAIRED IT EACH TIME. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AGAIN. FINALLY WAS INFORMED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS THE PROBLEM & NO CORRECTIVE SOLUTION WAS FOUND. *AK

Dec 2, 1999 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEPTCOMING ON WHILE DRIVING. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & MECHANIC REPAIRED IT EACH TIME. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AGAIN. FINALLY WAS INFORMED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS THE PROBLEM & NO CORRECTIVE SOLUTION WAS FOUND. *AK

Dec 2, 1999 Electrical System

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEPTCOMING ON WHILE DRIVING. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & MECHANIC REPAIRED IT EACH TIME. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AGAIN. FINALLY WAS INFORMED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS THE PROBLEM & NO CORRECTIVE SOLUTION WAS FOUND. *AK

Dec 2, 1999 Unknown Or Other

ENGINE CHECK LIGHT KEPTCOMING ON WHILE DRIVING. TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP & MECHANIC REPAIRED IT EACH TIME. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WOULD COME ON AGAIN. FINALLY WAS INFORMED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS THE PROBLEM & NO CORRECTIVE SOLUTION WAS FOUND. *AK

Nov 30, 1999 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, INDICATING A PROBLEM WITH AIRBAG SYSTEM WHICH DEPLOYES UNEXPECTEDLY OR WONT DEPLOY IN EVENT OF A CRASH, AND WONT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT. DEALER WILL REPLACE PARTS IN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Nov 30, 1999 Air Bags

AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, INDICATING A PROBLEM WITH AIRBAG SYSTEM WHICH DEPLOYES UNEXPECTEDLY OR WONT DEPLOY IN EVENT OF A CRASH, AND WONT PROTECT THE OCCUPANT. DEALER WILL REPLACE PARTS IN THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. *AK

Nov 26, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CD PLAYER REPLACED ON 05/19/99 BECAUSE A CD WAS STUCK IN IT DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE (PER KIA SERVICE CENTER), CD PLAYER WILL NOT ACCEPT CDS AND WILL EJECT THEM IMMEDIATELY SINCE 08/15/1999, NOT REPLACED DUE TO THE UNITS BEING ON "BACK ORDER" SINCE JULY OF 1999, SERVICE CENTER INVESTIGATED A PO...

Nov 26, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CD PLAYER REPLACED ON 05/19/99 BECAUSE A CD WAS STUCK IN IT DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE (PER KIA SERVICE CENTER), CD PLAYER WILL NOT ACCEPT CDS AND WILL EJECT THEM IMMEDIATELY SINCE 08/15/1999, NOT REPLACED DUE TO THE UNITS BEING ON "BACK ORDER" SINCE JULY OF 1999, SERVICE CENTER INVESTIGATED A PO...

Nov 26, 1999 Equipment

CD PLAYER REPLACED ON 05/19/99 BECAUSE A CD WAS STUCK IN IT DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE (PER KIA SERVICE CENTER), CD PLAYER WILL NOT ACCEPT CDS AND WILL EJECT THEM IMMEDIATELY SINCE 08/15/1999, NOT REPLACED DUE TO THE UNITS BEING ON "BACK ORDER" SINCE JULY OF 1999, SERVICE CENTER INVESTIGATED A PO...

Nov 26, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CD PLAYER REPLACED ON 05/19/99 BECAUSE A CD WAS STUCK IN IT DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE (PER KIA SERVICE CENTER), CD PLAYER WILL NOT ACCEPT CDS AND WILL EJECT THEM IMMEDIATELY SINCE 08/15/1999, NOT REPLACED DUE TO THE UNITS BEING ON "BACK ORDER" SINCE JULY OF 1999, SERVICE CENTER INVESTIGATED A PO...

Nov 26, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

CD PLAYER REPLACED ON 05/19/99 BECAUSE A CD WAS STUCK IN IT DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE (PER KIA SERVICE CENTER), CD PLAYER WILL NOT ACCEPT CDS AND WILL EJECT THEM IMMEDIATELY SINCE 08/15/1999, NOT REPLACED DUE TO THE UNITS BEING ON "BACK ORDER" SINCE JULY OF 1999, SERVICE CENTER INVESTIGATED A PO...

Nov 26, 1999 Equipment

CD PLAYER REPLACED ON 05/19/99 BECAUSE A CD WAS STUCK IN IT DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE (PER KIA SERVICE CENTER), CD PLAYER WILL NOT ACCEPT CDS AND WILL EJECT THEM IMMEDIATELY SINCE 08/15/1999, NOT REPLACED DUE TO THE UNITS BEING ON "BACK ORDER" SINCE JULY OF 1999, SERVICE CENTER INVESTIGATED A PO...

Nov 9, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY

Nov 9, 1999 Unknown Or Other Crash

NO SUMMARY

Oct 19, 1999 Electrical System

A SHORT IN THE ELECTICAL SYSTEM CAUSED THE BATTERY TO GO DEAD AND OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENT FAILURE. YH

Oct 19, 1999 Structure

THE VEHICLE HOOD WOULD NOT CLOSE. YH

Oct 19, 1999 Power Train

THE SPEEDOMETER CONTROL CABLE IN THE CAR WAS LOOSE RESULTING IN ESSENTIAL SENSOR TO FALL OFF AND FAILURE OF SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER. YH

Oct 19, 1999 Electrical System

A SHORT IN THE ELECTICAL SYSTEM CAUSED THE BATTERY TO GO DEAD AND OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENT FAILURE. YH

Oct 19, 1999 Structure

THE VEHICLE HOOD WOULD NOT CLOSE. YH

Oct 19, 1999 Power Train

THE SPEEDOMETER CONTROL CABLE IN THE CAR WAS LOOSE RESULTING IN ESSENTIAL SENSOR TO FALL OFF AND FAILURE OF SPEEDOMETER AND ODOMETER. YH

Oct 8, 1999 Electrical System

FAILED TO ACCELERATE/ALMOST REAR ENDED/DEALER SAYS ONGOING KIA PROBLEM/ I OWNED A 97 THAT DID THE SAME STUFF/RPM ACCELERATION/SHAKING/FAILURE TO ACCEL/FOR SAFETY REASONS WITH THIS 99 MODEL I REFUSED TO TAKE IT HOME FROM DEALER AND TRADED IT/THE LEMON PROCESS WOULD DRAG ON WHILE I'M KILLED IN THIS TH...

Oct 8, 1999 Electrical System

FAILED TO ACCELERATE/ALMOST REAR ENDED/DEALER SAYS ONGOING KIA PROBLEM/ I OWNED A 97 THAT DID THE SAME STUFF/RPM ACCELERATION/SHAKING/FAILURE TO ACCEL/FOR SAFETY REASONS WITH THIS 99 MODEL I REFUSED TO TAKE IT HOME FROM DEALER AND TRADED IT/THE LEMON PROCESS WOULD DRAG ON WHILE I'M KILLED IN THIS TH...

Oct 8, 1999 Electrical System

FAILED TO ACCELERATE/ALMOST REAR ENDED/DEALER SAYS ONGOING KIA PROBLEM/ I OWNED A 97 THAT DID THE SAME STUFF/RPM ACCELERATION/SHAKING/FAILURE TO ACCEL/FOR SAFETY REASONS WITH THIS 99 MODEL I REFUSED TO TAKE IT HOME FROM DEALER AND TRADED IT/THE LEMON PROCESS WOULD DRAG ON WHILE I'M KILLED IN THIS TH...

Oct 8, 1999 Electrical System

FAILED TO ACCELERATE/ALMOST REAR ENDED/DEALER SAYS ONGOING KIA PROBLEM/ I OWNED A 97 THAT DID THE SAME STUFF/RPM ACCELERATION/SHAKING/FAILURE TO ACCEL/FOR SAFETY REASONS WITH THIS 99 MODEL I REFUSED TO TAKE IT HOME FROM DEALER AND TRADED IT/THE LEMON PROCESS WOULD DRAG ON WHILE I'M KILLED IN THIS TH...

Sep 24, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN APPLING ACCELERATOR, POOR PERFORMANCE THE VEHICLE WILL GIVE OFF AN AMONIA SMELL WHICH MAKES THE DRIVER NAUSEOUS. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL MJS

Sep 24, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHEN APPLING ACCELERATOR, POOR PERFORMANCE THE VEHICLE WILL GIVE OFF AN AMONIA SMELL WHICH MAKES THE DRIVER NAUSEOUS. DEALER SAYS IT'S NORMAL MJS

Sep 8, 1999 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START UP RIGHT AWAY, AFTER FIVE TRIES THE VEHICLE WILL START. THE DEALER HAS ATTEMPED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FOUR TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Sep 8, 1999 Electrical System

THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START UP RIGHT AWAY, AFTER FIVE TRIES THE VEHICLE WILL START. THE DEALER HAS ATTEMPED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE FOUR TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.

Aug 31, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Visibility

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Unknown Or Other

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Power Train

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Visibility

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Unknown Or Other

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Power Train

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Electrical System

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 31, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE VEHICLE STALLED, AND THE GARAGE DOOR FELL DOWN ONTO THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. ALSO, ALTERNATOR AND THE BATTERY WENT COMPLETELY OUT. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT WAS ON FOR A WEEK. IN ADDITION, WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, TRANSMISSION WASN'T SHIFTING PROPERLY. PASSENGER'S SIDE WIND...

Aug 24, 1999 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Structure

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Structure

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Air Bags

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Seat Belts

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Structure

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Structure

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Air Bags

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 24, 1999 Vehicle Speed Control

SEAT BELT WOULD CONTINUOUSLY CHIME. THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON AFTER STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WOULD START ERRATICALLY. DOOR FRAME WOULD LEAK. CONVERTIBLE TOP DID NOT STAY CLOSED. VEHICLE WOULD IDLE AT 2000RPMS WHEN SLOWING DOWN & ALMOST STALL OUT. WILL BE TAKING VEHICLE TO DEALER. *AK

Aug 18, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE SHAKES. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT AND ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DOESN'T WORK.*AK

Aug 18, 1999 Air Bags

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE SHAKES. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT AND ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DOESN'T WORK.*AK

Aug 18, 1999 Steering

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE SHAKES. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT AND ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DOESN'T WORK.*AK

Aug 18, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE SHAKES. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT AND ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DOESN'T WORK.*AK

Aug 18, 1999 Air Bags

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE SHAKES. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT AND ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DOESN'T WORK.*AK

Aug 18, 1999 Steering

WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND APPLYING THE BRAKES VEHICLE SHAKES. ALSO, AIR BAG LIGHT AND ABS BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON, AND DRIVER'S SIDE SHOULDER BELT DOESN'T WORK.*AK

Aug 13, 1999 Unknown Or Other

MANUFACTURE IS NOT PROVIDING PROPER INFORMATION ON FAILURE. STILL THE VEHICLE IS STRANDED AT A WORKSHOP

Aug 13, 1999 Unknown Or Other

MANUFACTURE IS NOT PROVIDING PROPER INFORMATION ON FAILURE. STILL THE VEHICLE IS STRANDED AT A WORKSHOP

Jun 23, 1999 Power Train

DEFECTIVE FRONT HUB ASSEMBLY WILL NOT ALLOW DRIVER TO SHIFT INTO 4 WHEEL DRIVE "ON THE FLY". NLM

Jun 23, 1999 Power Train

DEFECTIVE FRONT HUB ASSEMBLY WILL NOT ALLOW DRIVER TO SHIFT INTO 4 WHEEL DRIVE "ON THE FLY". NLM

Jun 16, 1999 Power Train

WHEN THE GEARS ARE CHANGED TO THIRD AND FOURTH, TRANSMISSION GRINDS. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE FIVE TIMES, AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO CORRECT OR DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 16, 1999 Power Train

WHEN THE GEARS ARE CHANGED TO THIRD AND FOURTH, TRANSMISSION GRINDS. DEALER HAS INSPECTED VEHICLE FIVE TIMES, AND HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO CORRECT OR DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK

Jun 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FUMES ENTER PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN ACCELERATING. NLM

Jun 8, 1999 Engine And Engine Cooling

FUMES ENTER PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN ACCELERATING. NLM

Jun 4, 1999 Seat Belts

HAD PUT SEAT BELT ON. MADE SLIGHT MOVEMENT, BELT TIGHTENED/LOCKED UP. CONTINOUS MOVEMENT MAKES BELT TIGHTER. HAPPENED ON PASSENGER'S SIDE ONLY & BOTH SEAT BELTS IN REAR. SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE. HAD TAKEN TO DEALER & HAD SEAT BELTS CHECKED. NO PROBLEM WAS FOUND, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Jun 4, 1999 Seat Belts

HAD PUT SEAT BELT ON. MADE SLIGHT MOVEMENT, BELT TIGHTENED/LOCKED UP. CONTINOUS MOVEMENT MAKES BELT TIGHTER. HAPPENED ON PASSENGER'S SIDE ONLY & BOTH SEAT BELTS IN REAR. SEAT BELT FAILED TO RELEASE. HAD TAKEN TO DEALER & HAD SEAT BELTS CHECKED. NO PROBLEM WAS FOUND, BUT PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

May 27, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHENEVER CONSUMER HEARS CRACKLING NOISE, TURN SIGNALS AND FLASHERS BECOME INOPERATIVE. *AK

May 27, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHENEVER CONSUMER HEARS CRACKLING NOISE, TURN SIGNALS AND FLASHERS BECOME INOPERATIVE. *AK

May 27, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHENEVER CONSUMER HEARS CRACKLING NOISE, TURN SIGNALS AND FLASHERS BECOME INOPERATIVE. *AK

May 27, 1999 Exterior Lighting

WHENEVER CONSUMER HEARS CRACKLING NOISE, TURN SIGNALS AND FLASHERS BECOME INOPERATIVE. *AK

May 13, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHCILE THREE TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

May 13, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHCILE THREE TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

May 13, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHCILE THREE TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

May 13, 1999 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

BRAKE LIGHT STAY ON. THE DEALER HAS REPAIRED VEHCILE THREE TIMES, BUT THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS. *AK

Jan 13, 1999 Power Train

WHEN DRIVING THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE COMES ON AND OFF WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO FLY OFF THE ROAD. DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS A SEAL FOR THE HUB. *AK

Jan 13, 1999 Power Train

WHEN DRIVING THE 4-WHEEL DRIVE COMES ON AND OFF WHICH COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO FLY OFF THE ROAD. DEALER SAYS IT NEEDS A SEAL FOR THE HUB. *AK

Nov 23, 1998 Suspension Crash

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH FRONT END SUSPENSION. WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL STARTED STEERING BACK AND FORTH FROM LEFT TO RIGHT ON ITS OWN. THE CONSUMER WAS THROWN OUT OF VEHICLE AND SERIOUSLY INJURED. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *ML

Nov 23, 1998 Suspension Crash

CONSUMER HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH FRONT END SUSPENSION. WHILE DRIVING STEERING WHEEL STARTED STEERING BACK AND FORTH FROM LEFT TO RIGHT ON ITS OWN. THE CONSUMER WAS THROWN OUT OF VEHICLE AND SERIOUSLY INJURED. THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK *ML

Oct 29, 1998 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES AND VIBRATES, MAKING IT HARD TO CONTROL THE STEERING. DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK

Oct 29, 1998 Suspension

WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES AND VIBRATES, MAKING IT HARD TO CONTROL THE STEERING. DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. *AK