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Active Recalls (2)

22V703000 Sep 19, 2022 TRAILER HITCHES

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harne...

21V137000 Mar 4, 2021 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire...

Complaints

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Jan 9, 2026 Engine

This complaint is in reference to my vehicle which is involved with Federal Class Action Lawsuits and the fact that my engine was defective from the day it was built. My engine was consuming oil at a rate of 1 quart every 361.1 miles driven. I was advised to not put oil in it and drive it until it b...

Jan 9, 2026 Power Train

This complaint is in reference to my vehicle which is involved with Federal Class Action Lawsuits and the fact that my engine was defective from the day it was built. My engine was consuming oil at a rate of 1 quart every 361.1 miles driven. I was advised to not put oil in it and drive it until it b...

Jan 9, 2026 Engine

This complaint is in reference to my vehicle which is involved with Federal Class Action Lawsuits and the fact that my engine was defective from the day it was built. My engine was consuming oil at a rate of 1 quart every 361.1 miles driven. I was advised to not put oil in it and drive it until it b...

Jan 9, 2026 Power Train

This complaint is in reference to my vehicle which is involved with Federal Class Action Lawsuits and the fact that my engine was defective from the day it was built. My engine was consuming oil at a rate of 1 quart every 361.1 miles driven. I was advised to not put oil in it and drive it until it b...

Dec 31, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle required 6 quarts of oil every 1,900 miles. The vehicle was recently taken to Valvoline, where an oil change was performed. The contact stated tha...

Dec 31, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle required 6 quarts of oil every 1,900 miles. The vehicle was recently taken to Valvoline, where an oil change was performed. The contact stated tha...

Nov 17, 2025 Service Brakes

The brake peddle keeps jamming and sticking . The steering wheel is now very lose and a lot of play . There is a steering wheel with exclamation point flashing on the dash . When the card turns off it makes electrical noises . It is consuming oil . A pint a week . It’s been towed twice in three we...

Nov 17, 2025 Steering

The brake peddle keeps jamming and sticking . The steering wheel is now very lose and a lot of play . There is a steering wheel with exclamation point flashing on the dash . When the card turns off it makes electrical noises . It is consuming oil . A pint a week . It’s been towed twice in three we...

Nov 17, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

The brake peddle keeps jamming and sticking . The steering wheel is now very lose and a lot of play . There is a steering wheel with exclamation point flashing on the dash . When the card turns off it makes electrical noises . It is consuming oil . A pint a week . It’s been towed twice in three we...

Nov 17, 2025 Service Brakes

The brake peddle keeps jamming and sticking . The steering wheel is now very lose and a lot of play . There is a steering wheel with exclamation point flashing on the dash . When the card turns off it makes electrical noises . It is consuming oil . A pint a week . It’s been towed twice in three we...

Nov 17, 2025 Steering

The brake peddle keeps jamming and sticking . The steering wheel is now very lose and a lot of play . There is a steering wheel with exclamation point flashing on the dash . When the card turns off it makes electrical noises . It is consuming oil . A pint a week . It’s been towed twice in three we...

Nov 17, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

The brake peddle keeps jamming and sticking . The steering wheel is now very lose and a lot of play . There is a steering wheel with exclamation point flashing on the dash . When the card turns off it makes electrical noises . It is consuming oil . A pint a week . It’s been towed twice in three we...

Nov 2, 2025 Engine

My check engine light started blinking and the car was stalling out. I have now parked the car in my driveway. I bought the car October, 2024

Nov 2, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

My check engine light started blinking and the car was stalling out. I have now parked the car in my driveway. I bought the car October, 2024

Nov 2, 2025 Unknown Or Other

My check engine light started blinking and the car was stalling out. I have now parked the car in my driveway. I bought the car October, 2024

Nov 2, 2025 Engine

My check engine light started blinking and the car was stalling out. I have now parked the car in my driveway. I bought the car October, 2024

Nov 2, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

My check engine light started blinking and the car was stalling out. I have now parked the car in my driveway. I bought the car October, 2024

Nov 2, 2025 Unknown Or Other

My check engine light started blinking and the car was stalling out. I have now parked the car in my driveway. I bought the car October, 2024

Oct 24, 2025 Engine

Severe oil consumption issue at 100k miles. Same issue seen on kia class action lawsuit for GDI engines. No leaks present, after 800 miles from oil change, no oil seen on dip stick.

Oct 24, 2025 Engine

Severe oil consumption issue at 100k miles. Same issue seen on kia class action lawsuit for GDI engines. No leaks present, after 800 miles from oil change, no oil seen on dip stick.

Oct 4, 2025 Engine

Engine went out at 150,000 miles.

Oct 4, 2025 Engine

Engine went out at 150,000 miles.

Oct 2, 2025 Engine 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for maintenance, the contact was informed that there was no oil in the engine. The contact stated that the oil warning light had only illuminated once. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the first oil cons...

Oct 2, 2025 Engine 70,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for maintenance, the contact was informed that there was no oil in the engine. The contact stated that the oil warning light had only illuminated once. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the first oil cons...

Sep 29, 2025 Structure

CLEAR COAT PAINT IS PEELING. ON TOP OF HATCHBACK. I DON'T KNOW WHEN IT STARTED, I JUST NOTICED IT TODAY 9-29-25. iT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST. NO WARNING MESSAGE PRIOR TO THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE PAINT WARRANTY EXPIRED IN 1922 AND THERE ARE NO RECALLS AND NO...

Sep 29, 2025 Unknown Or Other

CLEAR COAT PAINT IS PEELING. ON TOP OF HATCHBACK. I DON'T KNOW WHEN IT STARTED, I JUST NOTICED IT TODAY 9-29-25. iT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST. NO WARNING MESSAGE PRIOR TO THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE PAINT WARRANTY EXPIRED IN 1922 AND THERE ARE NO RECALLS AND NO...

Sep 29, 2025 Structure

CLEAR COAT PAINT IS PEELING. ON TOP OF HATCHBACK. I DON'T KNOW WHEN IT STARTED, I JUST NOTICED IT TODAY 9-29-25. iT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST. NO WARNING MESSAGE PRIOR TO THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE PAINT WARRANTY EXPIRED IN 1922 AND THERE ARE NO RECALLS AND NO...

Sep 29, 2025 Unknown Or Other

CLEAR COAT PAINT IS PEELING. ON TOP OF HATCHBACK. I DON'T KNOW WHEN IT STARTED, I JUST NOTICED IT TODAY 9-29-25. iT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST. NO WARNING MESSAGE PRIOR TO THE PROBLEM. I WENT TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE PAINT WARRANTY EXPIRED IN 1922 AND THERE ARE NO RECALLS AND NO...

Sep 13, 2025 Engine

My oil consumption is approximately 1.5 quarts every 200 miles. I get my oil changed every month and every other week I need to top off. When my oil, is low there is no indication on the dash. I have to preform inspections on my car on a daily basis. Now, my car will randomly not start. I replaced...

Sep 13, 2025 Unknown Or Other

My oil consumption is approximately 1.5 quarts every 200 miles. I get my oil changed every month and every other week I need to top off. When my oil, is low there is no indication on the dash. I have to preform inspections on my car on a daily basis. Now, my car will randomly not start. I replaced...

Sep 13, 2025 Engine

My oil consumption is approximately 1.5 quarts every 200 miles. I get my oil changed every month and every other week I need to top off. When my oil, is low there is no indication on the dash. I have to preform inspections on my car on a daily basis. Now, my car will randomly not start. I replaced...

Sep 13, 2025 Unknown Or Other

My oil consumption is approximately 1.5 quarts every 200 miles. I get my oil changed every month and every other week I need to top off. When my oil, is low there is no indication on the dash. I have to preform inspections on my car on a daily basis. Now, my car will randomly not start. I replaced...

Sep 10, 2025 Exterior Lighting 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the high beam headlights failed to illuminate as designed. The contact researched and learned of an undisclosed Technical Service Bulletin concerning the failure with the halogen bulbs on the 2020 Kia Telluride. The vehicle was taken to t...

Sep 10, 2025 Exterior Lighting 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the high beam headlights failed to illuminate as designed. The contact researched and learned of an undisclosed Technical Service Bulletin concerning the failure with the halogen bulbs on the 2020 Kia Telluride. The vehicle was taken to t...

Aug 28, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went to LIMP Mode. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who performed an oil change and updated the Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS). Th...

Aug 28, 2025 Engine And Engine Cooling 95,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went to LIMP Mode. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who performed an oil change and updated the Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS). Th...

Aug 9, 2025 Engine

My engine has been burning through oil very fast, it is only 6 years old. I have to put oil in it approx 3 times before another oil change is due. My mechanic suggested I see if there were any recalls but there are none. I have no lights on or any other issues.

Aug 9, 2025 Engine

My engine has been burning through oil very fast, it is only 6 years old. I have to put oil in it approx 3 times before another oil change is due. My mechanic suggested I see if there were any recalls but there are none. I have no lights on or any other issues.

Jul 13, 2025 Unknown Or Other

The paint started peeling on my 2019 Kia Sportage

Jul 13, 2025 Unknown Or Other

The paint started peeling on my 2019 Kia Sportage

May 31, 2025 Engine

The I started noticing my oil light was coming on after only few hundred miles. After every oil change a week or 2 later I would need oil. Took it to a several mechanics and no leaks founds they all said the GDI engines are known for consuming high amounts of oil. I called Kia and they admitted they...

May 31, 2025 Engine

The I started noticing my oil light was coming on after only few hundred miles. After every oil change a week or 2 later I would need oil. Took it to a several mechanics and no leaks founds they all said the GDI engines are known for consuming high amounts of oil. I called Kia and they admitted they...

Mar 23, 2025 Engine

The car started stalling anf an engine light came on

Mar 23, 2025 Engine

The car started stalling anf an engine light came on

Mar 11, 2025 Engine

Oil consumption issues that kia is not taking responsibility for

Mar 11, 2025 Engine

Oil consumption issues that kia is not taking responsibility for

Feb 17, 2025 Electrical System

The car continues to burn oil and have to put oil in it although not time for oil change. I took the vehicle to dealership several times because whenever I get gas it won’t let me start it right away or stutters after getting gas. Whenever the car is in park or idle it’s making a knocking noise ...

Feb 17, 2025 Engine

The car continues to burn oil and have to put oil in it although not time for oil change. I took the vehicle to dealership several times because whenever I get gas it won’t let me start it right away or stutters after getting gas. Whenever the car is in park or idle it’s making a knocking noise ...

Feb 17, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

The car continues to burn oil and have to put oil in it although not time for oil change. I took the vehicle to dealership several times because whenever I get gas it won’t let me start it right away or stutters after getting gas. Whenever the car is in park or idle it’s making a knocking noise ...

Feb 17, 2025 Electrical System

The car continues to burn oil and have to put oil in it although not time for oil change. I took the vehicle to dealership several times because whenever I get gas it won’t let me start it right away or stutters after getting gas. Whenever the car is in park or idle it’s making a knocking noise ...

Feb 17, 2025 Engine

The car continues to burn oil and have to put oil in it although not time for oil change. I took the vehicle to dealership several times because whenever I get gas it won’t let me start it right away or stutters after getting gas. Whenever the car is in park or idle it’s making a knocking noise ...

Feb 17, 2025 Fuel/propulsion System

The car continues to burn oil and have to put oil in it although not time for oil change. I took the vehicle to dealership several times because whenever I get gas it won’t let me start it right away or stutters after getting gas. Whenever the car is in park or idle it’s making a knocking noise ...

Dec 13, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System

Vehicle was throwing codes P2196 O2 sensor stuck rich, P0290 post catalyst fuel trim lean, P01720 system too rich, P016B closed loop air/fuel ratio control at limit. Brought to local dealership where they did an inspection and could not find any major issue that, in their words, “would affect driv...

Dec 13, 2024 Engine

Vehicle was throwing codes P2196 O2 sensor stuck rich, P0290 post catalyst fuel trim lean, P01720 system too rich, P016B closed loop air/fuel ratio control at limit. Brought to local dealership where they did an inspection and could not find any major issue that, in their words, “would affect driv...

Dec 13, 2024 Fuel/propulsion System

Vehicle was throwing codes P2196 O2 sensor stuck rich, P0290 post catalyst fuel trim lean, P01720 system too rich, P016B closed loop air/fuel ratio control at limit. Brought to local dealership where they did an inspection and could not find any major issue that, in their words, “would affect driv...

Dec 13, 2024 Engine

Vehicle was throwing codes P2196 O2 sensor stuck rich, P0290 post catalyst fuel trim lean, P01720 system too rich, P016B closed loop air/fuel ratio control at limit. Brought to local dealership where they did an inspection and could not find any major issue that, in their words, “would affect driv...

Dec 9, 2024 Engine 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally stalled while driving. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 30 MPH. The contact p...

Dec 9, 2024 Engine 160,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally stalled while driving. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 30 MPH. The contact p...

Oct 17, 2024 Engine

The vehicle just suddenly stopped without any warning or anything. No warning lights came on until after the engine had almost completely stopped in the middle of the road. Vehicle is also using oil without any warning light coming on at all and vehicle is out of oil. That is a problem with both ...

Oct 17, 2024 Engine

The vehicle just suddenly stopped without any warning or anything. No warning lights came on until after the engine had almost completely stopped in the middle of the road. Vehicle is also using oil without any warning light coming on at all and vehicle is out of oil. That is a problem with both ...

Sep 30, 2024 Engine Fire

The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started overheating and smoke started emitting smoke from the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed leaving only the framing. The fire department arriv...

Sep 30, 2024 Electrical System Fire

The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started overheating and smoke started emitting smoke from the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed leaving only the framing. The fire department arriv...

Sep 30, 2024 Engine Fire

The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started overheating and smoke started emitting smoke from the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed leaving only the framing. The fire department arriv...

Sep 30, 2024 Electrical System Fire

The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started overheating and smoke started emitting smoke from the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed leaving only the framing. The fire department arriv...

Sep 14, 2024 Engine

1) Vehicle is burning oil and engine is overheating quite fast. 2)Vehicle has stalled or shut off on its own during use 3) Kia dealership refused to address the specific issue due to car being out of warranty because of the mileage. They also wanted to run different tests not directly associated wit...

Sep 14, 2024 Unknown Or Other

1) Vehicle is burning oil and engine is overheating quite fast. 2)Vehicle has stalled or shut off on its own during use 3) Kia dealership refused to address the specific issue due to car being out of warranty because of the mileage. They also wanted to run different tests not directly associated wit...

Sep 14, 2024 Engine

1) Vehicle is burning oil and engine is overheating quite fast. 2)Vehicle has stalled or shut off on its own during use 3) Kia dealership refused to address the specific issue due to car being out of warranty because of the mileage. They also wanted to run different tests not directly associated wit...

Sep 14, 2024 Unknown Or Other

1) Vehicle is burning oil and engine is overheating quite fast. 2)Vehicle has stalled or shut off on its own during use 3) Kia dealership refused to address the specific issue due to car being out of warranty because of the mileage. They also wanted to run different tests not directly associated wit...

Sep 9, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,206 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and Hill Descent Assist message was displayed. The contact also stated that while in park(P), the speedometer intermittently fluctuated. The vehicle...

Sep 9, 2024 Electrical System 46,206 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and Hill Descent Assist message was displayed. The contact also stated that while in park(P), the speedometer intermittently fluctuated. The vehicle...

Sep 9, 2024 Engine

On my way driving to pick up my kids my vehicles check engine light started flashing and went into limp mode. It wouldn't go above 15 mph. The oil lamp started to flash. I had to ease it out of traffic and park the vehicle. I proceeded to check the oil and the dip stick was completely dry. I had to ...

Sep 9, 2024 Service Brakes, Hydraulic 46,206 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and Hill Descent Assist message was displayed. The contact also stated that while in park(P), the speedometer intermittently fluctuated. The vehicle...

Sep 9, 2024 Electrical System 46,206 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and Hill Descent Assist message was displayed. The contact also stated that while in park(P), the speedometer intermittently fluctuated. The vehicle...

Sep 9, 2024 Engine

On my way driving to pick up my kids my vehicles check engine light started flashing and went into limp mode. It wouldn't go above 15 mph. The oil lamp started to flash. I had to ease it out of traffic and park the vehicle. I proceeded to check the oil and the dip stick was completely dry. I had to ...

Jun 12, 2024 Engine 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, on several occasions while in reverse, ther...

Jun 12, 2024 Engine 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, on several occasions while in reverse, ther...

Apr 18, 2024 Electrical System 75,490 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the electrical and mechanical systems became inoperable. The headlights, signal, and hazard lights became inoperable. The contact pulled over, placed the vehicle in park, and turned the vehicle off. After restarting the v...

Apr 18, 2024 Engine 75,490 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the electrical and mechanical systems became inoperable. The headlights, signal, and hazard lights became inoperable. The contact pulled over, placed the vehicle in park, and turned the vehicle off. After restarting the v...

Apr 18, 2024 Steering 75,490 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the electrical and mechanical systems became inoperable. The headlights, signal, and hazard lights became inoperable. The contact pulled over, placed the vehicle in park, and turned the vehicle off. After restarting the v...

Apr 18, 2024 Electrical System 75,490 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the electrical and mechanical systems became inoperable. The headlights, signal, and hazard lights became inoperable. The contact pulled over, placed the vehicle in park, and turned the vehicle off. After restarting the v...

Apr 18, 2024 Engine 75,490 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the electrical and mechanical systems became inoperable. The headlights, signal, and hazard lights became inoperable. The contact pulled over, placed the vehicle in park, and turned the vehicle off. After restarting the v...

Apr 18, 2024 Steering 75,490 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the electrical and mechanical systems became inoperable. The headlights, signal, and hazard lights became inoperable. The contact pulled over, placed the vehicle in park, and turned the vehicle off. After restarting the v...

Mar 28, 2024 Power Train

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle very briefly lost all motive power before quickly returning to normal functionality. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning ...

Mar 28, 2024 Power Train

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle very briefly lost all motive power before quickly returning to normal functionality. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning ...

Feb 10, 2024 Engine

Fully maintained services with my 2019 Kia Sportage with my local Kia dealership. I am a sales rep and use my car daily. I have 155k miles on my car. My car was needing oil changes about every 2500 miles because it was burning so much oil. Yesterday, 2/08,I turned on my car during my work day and wh...

Feb 10, 2024 Engine

Fully maintained services with my 2019 Kia Sportage with my local Kia dealership. I am a sales rep and use my car daily. I have 155k miles on my car. My car was needing oil changes about every 2500 miles because it was burning so much oil. Yesterday, 2/08,I turned on my car during my work day and wh...

Dec 7, 2023 Engine

Complained since buying car noise in motor was told it was fine on dec 7th car broke down 200 miles from home was told it was the rod bearings that was under recall

Dec 7, 2023 Engine

Complained since buying car noise in motor was told it was fine on dec 7th car broke down 200 miles from home was told it was the rod bearings that was under recall

Nov 24, 2023 Engine

I have been fighting with Cronin Kia over my engine that needs replaced due to a known problem with the GDI engine. This vehicle is burning so much oil and I have reported the problem. I was told to perform oil consumption tests, which I have been compliant with. The problem is that on 11/16/23, I...

Nov 24, 2023 Engine

I have been fighting with Cronin Kia over my engine that needs replaced due to a known problem with the GDI engine. This vehicle is burning so much oil and I have reported the problem. I was told to perform oil consumption tests, which I have been compliant with. The problem is that on 11/16/23, I...

Oct 12, 2023 Unknown Or Other

On the computer radio area the screen is showing green and red saying to insert USB drive . Press Power key or ACC off and on. Total Update Mode. Caution! Keep the power and don't remove USB. Kia dealership told me I should receive a USB drive in the mail from Kia corporate to do the update at home ...

Oct 12, 2023 Unknown Or Other

On the computer radio area the screen is showing green and red saying to insert USB drive . Press Power key or ACC off and on. Total Update Mode. Caution! Keep the power and don't remove USB. Kia dealership told me I should receive a USB drive in the mail from Kia corporate to do the update at home ...

Sep 6, 2023 Engine 40,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an unusual ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with tow hitch wiring harness deficiency. The contact was informed that the tow h...

Sep 6, 2023 Trailer Hitches 40,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an unusual ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with tow hitch wiring harness deficiency. The contact was informed that the tow h...

Sep 6, 2023 Engine 40,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an unusual ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with tow hitch wiring harness deficiency. The contact was informed that the tow h...

Sep 6, 2023 Trailer Hitches 40,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an unusual ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with tow hitch wiring harness deficiency. The contact was informed that the tow h...

Aug 12, 2023 Electrical System

My cruise control works some times and then it doesn't. I was driving 80 mph with my cruise control on and couldn't shut it off. Finally stepping on the brake door work to shut it off. I can't see the mileage driven more than half the time, as well.

Aug 12, 2023 Vehicle Speed Control

My cruise control works some times and then it doesn't. I was driving 80 mph with my cruise control on and couldn't shut it off. Finally stepping on the brake door work to shut it off. I can't see the mileage driven more than half the time, as well.

Aug 12, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

My cruise control works some times and then it doesn't. I was driving 80 mph with my cruise control on and couldn't shut it off. Finally stepping on the brake door work to shut it off. I can't see the mileage driven more than half the time, as well.

Aug 12, 2023 Electrical System

My cruise control works some times and then it doesn't. I was driving 80 mph with my cruise control on and couldn't shut it off. Finally stepping on the brake door work to shut it off. I can't see the mileage driven more than half the time, as well.

Aug 12, 2023 Vehicle Speed Control

My cruise control works some times and then it doesn't. I was driving 80 mph with my cruise control on and couldn't shut it off. Finally stepping on the brake door work to shut it off. I can't see the mileage driven more than half the time, as well.

Aug 12, 2023 Forward Collision Avoidance

My cruise control works some times and then it doesn't. I was driving 80 mph with my cruise control on and couldn't shut it off. Finally stepping on the brake door work to shut it off. I can't see the mileage driven more than half the time, as well.

Aug 5, 2023 Seat Belts Fire

the continued to over heat smoke and has burning smell and seat belt stop tracting and retracting

Aug 5, 2023 Power Train Fire

the continued to over heat smoke and has burning smell and seat belt stop tracting and retracting

Aug 5, 2023 Engine Fire

the continued to over heat smoke and has burning smell and seat belt stop tracting and retracting

Aug 5, 2023 Seat Belts Fire

the continued to over heat smoke and has burning smell and seat belt stop tracting and retracting

Aug 5, 2023 Power Train Fire

the continued to over heat smoke and has burning smell and seat belt stop tracting and retracting

Aug 5, 2023 Engine Fire

the continued to over heat smoke and has burning smell and seat belt stop tracting and retracting

Jul 20, 2023 Air Bags Crash

[XXX], I was driving alone on [XXX] in McAllen, TX. & intersection of [XXX] St. Weather was sunny, hot, and dry. My car was 1st in middle lane, speed about 20 mph. I applied the brakes for a red traffic light. Instantly, the brakes locked and 3 air bags deployed -driver and passenger side + passen...

Jul 20, 2023 Service Brakes Crash

[XXX], I was driving alone on [XXX] in McAllen, TX. & intersection of [XXX] St. Weather was sunny, hot, and dry. My car was 1st in middle lane, speed about 20 mph. I applied the brakes for a red traffic light. Instantly, the brakes locked and 3 air bags deployed -driver and passenger side + passen...

Jul 20, 2023 Air Bags Crash

[XXX], I was driving alone on [XXX] in McAllen, TX. & intersection of [XXX] St. Weather was sunny, hot, and dry. My car was 1st in middle lane, speed about 20 mph. I applied the brakes for a red traffic light. Instantly, the brakes locked and 3 air bags deployed -driver and passenger side + passen...

Jul 20, 2023 Service Brakes Crash

[XXX], I was driving alone on [XXX] in McAllen, TX. & intersection of [XXX] St. Weather was sunny, hot, and dry. My car was 1st in middle lane, speed about 20 mph. I applied the brakes for a red traffic light. Instantly, the brakes locked and 3 air bags deployed -driver and passenger side + passen...

Jul 6, 2023 Engine

My vehicle keeps stalling and its been having an oil consumption problem for several months. I keep taking it to kia, they keep doing oil consumption tests. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle anymore. I had an oil change done one month 3k miles later she was out of oil.

Jul 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

My vehicle keeps stalling and its been having an oil consumption problem for several months. I keep taking it to kia, they keep doing oil consumption tests. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle anymore. I had an oil change done one month 3k miles later she was out of oil.

Jul 6, 2023 Power Train

My vehicle keeps stalling and its been having an oil consumption problem for several months. I keep taking it to kia, they keep doing oil consumption tests. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle anymore. I had an oil change done one month 3k miles later she was out of oil.

Jul 6, 2023 Engine

My vehicle keeps stalling and its been having an oil consumption problem for several months. I keep taking it to kia, they keep doing oil consumption tests. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle anymore. I had an oil change done one month 3k miles later she was out of oil.

Jul 6, 2023 Unknown Or Other

My vehicle keeps stalling and its been having an oil consumption problem for several months. I keep taking it to kia, they keep doing oil consumption tests. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle anymore. I had an oil change done one month 3k miles later she was out of oil.

Jul 6, 2023 Power Train

My vehicle keeps stalling and its been having an oil consumption problem for several months. I keep taking it to kia, they keep doing oil consumption tests. I'm afraid to drive my vehicle anymore. I had an oil change done one month 3k miles later she was out of oil.

May 17, 2023 Trailer Hitches

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of ...

May 17, 2023 Trailer Hitches

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of ...

Feb 22, 2023 Air Bags

The tire suddenly exploded and the curtain air bag on the drivers side exploded too for some reason. I have a huge black eye and a concussion.

Feb 22, 2023 Wheels

The tire suddenly exploded and the curtain air bag on the drivers side exploded too for some reason. I have a huge black eye and a concussion.

Feb 22, 2023 Air Bags

The tire suddenly exploded and the curtain air bag on the drivers side exploded too for some reason. I have a huge black eye and a concussion.

Feb 22, 2023 Wheels

The tire suddenly exploded and the curtain air bag on the drivers side exploded too for some reason. I have a huge black eye and a concussion.

Nov 8, 2022 Structure

Paint is bubbling, chipping and peeling in mirrors, door handles and rear spoiler

Nov 8, 2022 Structure

Paint is bubbling, chipping and peeling in mirrors, door handles and rear spoiler

Oct 19, 2022 Engine 100,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at various speeds, there was a ticking noise heard coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who confirmed the VIN was not included in a ...

Oct 19, 2022 Engine 100,000 mi

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at various speeds, there was a ticking noise heard coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer who confirmed the VIN was not included in a ...

Aug 23, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Kia Ignition switch it is making it easy for criminals to steal due to them not have immobilizers and the criminal are able from them yo start up with just a usb cord

Aug 23, 2022 Unknown Or Other

Kia Ignition switch it is making it easy for criminals to steal due to them not have immobilizers and the criminal are able from them yo start up with just a usb cord

May 31, 2022 Unknown Or Other

On two occasions, most recently on 5/28/22, the gasoline overflowed when filling tank. If working properly, the vehicle should have automatically stopped the flow when the tank was full.

May 31, 2022 Unknown Or Other

On two occasions, most recently on 5/28/22, the gasoline overflowed when filling tank. If working properly, the vehicle should have automatically stopped the flow when the tank was full.

Mar 18, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

When cruise control is in place and you brake for traffic, to resume cruise speed if you hold the resume button for more than standard the car resets speed to 20MPH and you have no control on gas pedal. The only fix is to turn off the card and restart. We are glad to have it inspected. This ...

Mar 18, 2022 Forward Collision Avoidance

When cruise control is in place and you brake for traffic, to resume cruise speed if you hold the resume button for more than standard the car resets speed to 20MPH and you have no control on gas pedal. The only fix is to turn off the card and restart. We are glad to have it inspected. This ...

Jun 28, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The conta...

Jun 28, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The conta...

Jun 27, 2021 Engine

When you put the car in gear, the car rolls backward in drive. The engine light, oil light and battery light are on the dashboard.

Jun 27, 2021 Electrical System

When you put the car in gear, the car rolls backward in drive. The engine light, oil light and battery light are on the dashboard.

Jun 27, 2021 Engine

When you put the car in gear, the car rolls backward in drive. The engine light, oil light and battery light are on the dashboard.

Jun 27, 2021 Electrical System

When you put the car in gear, the car rolls backward in drive. The engine light, oil light and battery light are on the dashboard.

May 26, 2021 Electrical System

I have received a safety recall on the VIN # above a lease car and have been trying to contact 2 different KIA dealerships in my area, since receiving this recall letter, to no avail. Per the recall, this HECU may short-circuit and cause a engine compartment fire....since this seems very serious an...

May 26, 2021 Electrical System

I have received a safety recall on the VIN # above a lease car and have been trying to contact 2 different KIA dealerships in my area, since receiving this recall letter, to no avail. Per the recall, this HECU may short-circuit and cause a engine compartment fire....since this seems very serious an...

May 20, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The ...

May 20, 2021 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The ...

Feb 11, 2021 Engine 18,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ENGINE SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING. COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. HAVE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN LANE OF TRAFFIC AND THEN PUT VEHICLE IN PARK AND RESTART ENGINE. HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN LAST MONTH. MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 ONLY HAS 18,000 MILES ON IT. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ON. EX...

Feb 11, 2021 Engine 18,000 mi

WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ENGINE SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING. COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. HAVE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN LANE OF TRAFFIC AND THEN PUT VEHICLE IN PARK AND RESTART ENGINE. HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN LAST MONTH. MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 ONLY HAS 18,000 MILES ON IT. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS ON. EX...

Oct 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 15,000 mi

THE ENTIRE BACK OF THE SUNROOF HAS SHATTERED. CAR IS ONLY A 2019 WITH 15000 MILES. WE HAVE A ROGUE WHICH IS OVER 5 YEARS OLD AND HAVE HAD NO ISSUES WITH THE SUNROOF.

Oct 25, 2020 Unknown Or Other 15,000 mi

THE ENTIRE BACK OF THE SUNROOF HAS SHATTERED. CAR IS ONLY A 2019 WITH 15000 MILES. WE HAVE A ROGUE WHICH IS OVER 5 YEARS OLD AND HAVE HAD NO ISSUES WITH THE SUNROOF.

Jul 17, 2020 Electrical System 12,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR I BOUGHT A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX FROM SMITHTOWN KIA IN NY. ON JULY 12, 2020 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE AS CARS WERE ALL AROUND ME. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND NOT ON A MAIN ROAD OR HIGHWAY...

Jul 17, 2020 Engine 12,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR I BOUGHT A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX FROM SMITHTOWN KIA IN NY. ON JULY 12, 2020 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE AS CARS WERE ALL AROUND ME. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND NOT ON A MAIN ROAD OR HIGHWAY...

Jul 17, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 12,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR I BOUGHT A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX FROM SMITHTOWN KIA IN NY. ON JULY 12, 2020 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE AS CARS WERE ALL AROUND ME. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND NOT ON A MAIN ROAD OR HIGHWAY...

Jul 17, 2020 Electrical System 12,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR I BOUGHT A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX FROM SMITHTOWN KIA IN NY. ON JULY 12, 2020 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE AS CARS WERE ALL AROUND ME. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND NOT ON A MAIN ROAD OR HIGHWAY...

Jul 17, 2020 Engine 12,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR I BOUGHT A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX FROM SMITHTOWN KIA IN NY. ON JULY 12, 2020 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE AS CARS WERE ALL AROUND ME. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND NOT ON A MAIN ROAD OR HIGHWAY...

Jul 17, 2020 Fuel/propulsion System 12,000 mi

IN AUGUST OF LAST YEAR I BOUGHT A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE EX FROM SMITHTOWN KIA IN NY. ON JULY 12, 2020 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER WHEN THE CAR JUST STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. IT WAS A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE AS CARS WERE ALL AROUND ME. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND NOT ON A MAIN ROAD OR HIGHWAY...

Jan 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other 32,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS I HEARD A POPPING SOUND, GOT OUT CHECKED MY TIRES AND EVERTHING SEEMED OK. ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEAR A CRACKING SOUND. I PULLED BACK THE SUNROOF PANEL AND SAW SHATTERED GLASS

Jan 28, 2020 Unknown Or Other 32,000 mi

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS I HEARD A POPPING SOUND, GOT OUT CHECKED MY TIRES AND EVERTHING SEEMED OK. ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEAR A CRACKING SOUND. I PULLED BACK THE SUNROOF PANEL AND SAW SHATTERED GLASS

Jan 16, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 2,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE AT A STOP/STOP SIGN ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE SPUTTERED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN THE ATTEMPT TO REGAIN SPEED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STEVENSON KIA OF JACKSONVILLE ...

Jan 16, 2020 Vehicle Speed Control 2,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE AT A STOP/STOP SIGN ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE SPUTTERED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED IN THE ATTEMPT TO REGAIN SPEED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STEVENSON KIA OF JACKSONVILLE ...

Jan 3, 2020 Engine 13,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING NORMALLY ON THE HIGHWAY, I'VE CONTINUOUSLY EXPERIENCED THE CAR RANDOMLY REVVING BETWEEN 3000 AND 4000 RPMS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON REGULAR ROADS. IT WILL GET STUCK AT 2000 RPMS AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE NO MATTER HOW HARD THE GAS/BRAKE IS PRESSED. IT HAS BEEN TA...

Jan 3, 2020 Power Train 13,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING NORMALLY ON THE HIGHWAY, I'VE CONTINUOUSLY EXPERIENCED THE CAR RANDOMLY REVVING BETWEEN 3000 AND 4000 RPMS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON REGULAR ROADS. IT WILL GET STUCK AT 2000 RPMS AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE NO MATTER HOW HARD THE GAS/BRAKE IS PRESSED. IT HAS BEEN TA...

Jan 3, 2020 Engine 13,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING NORMALLY ON THE HIGHWAY, I'VE CONTINUOUSLY EXPERIENCED THE CAR RANDOMLY REVVING BETWEEN 3000 AND 4000 RPMS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON REGULAR ROADS. IT WILL GET STUCK AT 2000 RPMS AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE NO MATTER HOW HARD THE GAS/BRAKE IS PRESSED. IT HAS BEEN TA...

Jan 3, 2020 Power Train 13,800 mi

WHILE DRIVING NORMALLY ON THE HIGHWAY, I'VE CONTINUOUSLY EXPERIENCED THE CAR RANDOMLY REVVING BETWEEN 3000 AND 4000 RPMS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON REGULAR ROADS. IT WILL GET STUCK AT 2000 RPMS AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE OR DECELERATE NO MATTER HOW HARD THE GAS/BRAKE IS PRESSED. IT HAS BEEN TA...

Nov 11, 2019 Tires

I KEEP GETTING LOW AIR NOTIFICATIONS ON MY CAR. I TOOK IT IN ONCE AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG WITH MY TIRES AND SENT ME ON MY WAY. WELL IT'S BACK AGAIN SO I'M TAKING MY CAR IN AGAIN. THIS IS A REAL PAIN BECAUSE I WORK 2 JOBS, 12 HOURS DAYS, NIGHT SHIFTS ETC. I DON'T HAVE TIME FOR THIS! ALSO MY...

Nov 11, 2019 Tires

I KEEP GETTING LOW AIR NOTIFICATIONS ON MY CAR. I TOOK IT IN ONCE AND THEY FOUND NOTHING WRONG WITH MY TIRES AND SENT ME ON MY WAY. WELL IT'S BACK AGAIN SO I'M TAKING MY CAR IN AGAIN. THIS IS A REAL PAIN BECAUSE I WORK 2 JOBS, 12 HOURS DAYS, NIGHT SHIFTS ETC. I DON'T HAVE TIME FOR THIS! ALSO MY...

Oct 1, 2019 Electrical System Fire 3,999 mi

MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 CAUGHT FIRE ON THE HIGHWAY IN NEW MARKET MD AT AROUND 10:30 AM 9/26/19. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED IT BACK IN 12/2019. IT HAD ONLY 3900+/- MILES ON IT. THE OIL, FILTER, TIRE ROTATION AND 27 POINT INSPECTION WAS DONE ON 9/19/19. AS I ...

Oct 1, 2019 Engine Fire 3,999 mi

MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 CAUGHT FIRE ON THE HIGHWAY IN NEW MARKET MD AT AROUND 10:30 AM 9/26/19. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED IT BACK IN 12/2019. IT HAD ONLY 3900+/- MILES ON IT. THE OIL, FILTER, TIRE ROTATION AND 27 POINT INSPECTION WAS DONE ON 9/19/19. AS I ...

Oct 1, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 3,999 mi

MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 CAUGHT FIRE ON THE HIGHWAY IN NEW MARKET MD AT AROUND 10:30 AM 9/26/19. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED IT BACK IN 12/2019. IT HAD ONLY 3900+/- MILES ON IT. THE OIL, FILTER, TIRE ROTATION AND 27 POINT INSPECTION WAS DONE ON 9/19/19. AS I ...

Oct 1, 2019 Electrical System Fire 3,999 mi

MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 CAUGHT FIRE ON THE HIGHWAY IN NEW MARKET MD AT AROUND 10:30 AM 9/26/19. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED IT BACK IN 12/2019. IT HAD ONLY 3900+/- MILES ON IT. THE OIL, FILTER, TIRE ROTATION AND 27 POINT INSPECTION WAS DONE ON 9/19/19. AS I ...

Oct 1, 2019 Engine Fire 3,999 mi

MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 CAUGHT FIRE ON THE HIGHWAY IN NEW MARKET MD AT AROUND 10:30 AM 9/26/19. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED IT BACK IN 12/2019. IT HAD ONLY 3900+/- MILES ON IT. THE OIL, FILTER, TIRE ROTATION AND 27 POINT INSPECTION WAS DONE ON 9/19/19. AS I ...

Oct 1, 2019 Fuel/propulsion System Fire 3,999 mi

MY KIA SPORTAGE 2019 CAUGHT FIRE ON THE HIGHWAY IN NEW MARKET MD AT AROUND 10:30 AM 9/26/19. WE HAD PREVIOUSLY TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE WE PURCHASED IT BACK IN 12/2019. IT HAD ONLY 3900+/- MILES ON IT. THE OIL, FILTER, TIRE ROTATION AND 27 POINT INSPECTION WAS DONE ON 9/19/19. AS I ...

Sep 24, 2019 Exterior Lighting 3,369 mi

DRIVING HOME NIGHT 9/4/19, NOTICED HEADLIGHTS HAVE PARTIAL OBSTRUCTION WITH SHADOW ON HORIZON MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO RECOGNIZE ANY OBJECTS IN THE SHADOW AREA. IF YOU TURN THE CAR OR TAKE A BEND IN THE ROAD OR DRIVE DOWN OR UP HILL THE DISTRACTION BECOMES A VERY BAD PROBLEM AS THE SHADOW CHANGES IN S...

Sep 24, 2019 Exterior Lighting 3,369 mi

DRIVING HOME NIGHT 9/4/19, NOTICED HEADLIGHTS HAVE PARTIAL OBSTRUCTION WITH SHADOW ON HORIZON MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO RECOGNIZE ANY OBJECTS IN THE SHADOW AREA. IF YOU TURN THE CAR OR TAKE A BEND IN THE ROAD OR DRIVE DOWN OR UP HILL THE DISTRACTION BECOMES A VERY BAD PROBLEM AS THE SHADOW CHANGES IN S...

Jul 8, 2019 Air Bags Crash 11,100 mi

I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WITH A DEER. I WAS TRAVELLING AT 55MPH WHEN I HIT THE DEER SQUARE ON AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO EVERY TIME I WASH MY CAR SOME OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS STOP WORKING FOR A FEW DAYS SUCH AS THE CLOCK. I HAVE TALKED TO KIA DEALERSHIP NEAR ME AND T...

Jul 8, 2019 Electrical System Crash 11,100 mi

I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WITH A DEER. I WAS TRAVELLING AT 55MPH WHEN I HIT THE DEER SQUARE ON AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO EVERY TIME I WASH MY CAR SOME OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS STOP WORKING FOR A FEW DAYS SUCH AS THE CLOCK. I HAVE TALKED TO KIA DEALERSHIP NEAR ME AND T...

Jul 8, 2019 Air Bags Crash 11,100 mi

I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WITH A DEER. I WAS TRAVELLING AT 55MPH WHEN I HIT THE DEER SQUARE ON AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO EVERY TIME I WASH MY CAR SOME OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS STOP WORKING FOR A FEW DAYS SUCH AS THE CLOCK. I HAVE TALKED TO KIA DEALERSHIP NEAR ME AND T...

Jul 8, 2019 Electrical System Crash 11,100 mi

I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A COLLISION WITH A DEER. I WAS TRAVELLING AT 55MPH WHEN I HIT THE DEER SQUARE ON AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ALSO EVERY TIME I WASH MY CAR SOME OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS STOP WORKING FOR A FEW DAYS SUCH AS THE CLOCK. I HAVE TALKED TO KIA DEALERSHIP NEAR ME AND T...

Jul 4, 2019 Power Train 200 mi

IN THE RANGE OF 1200-1500 RPM AND SPEEDS IN THE 40 MPH RANGE THERE IS A VIBRATION AND HESITATION ESPECIALLY ON ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE. MORE SERIOUSLY, THE PROBLEM REPEATS AT 2000 RMP AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FROM 65 MPH UPWARDS. THERE IS A VIBRATION AND SERIOUS LACK OF RESPONSE TO INCREASED PRESSURE ON TH...

Jul 4, 2019 Power Train 200 mi

IN THE RANGE OF 1200-1500 RPM AND SPEEDS IN THE 40 MPH RANGE THERE IS A VIBRATION AND HESITATION ESPECIALLY ON ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE. MORE SERIOUSLY, THE PROBLEM REPEATS AT 2000 RMP AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FROM 65 MPH UPWARDS. THERE IS A VIBRATION AND SERIOUS LACK OF RESPONSE TO INCREASED PRESSURE ON TH...

Mar 10, 2019 Exterior Lighting

REAR TURN SIGNALS OF THE VEHICLE ARE BELOW THE LOWEST POINT OF THE LIFT GATE, ARE MOUNTED INSIDE THE BUMPER, AND ARE RECESSED IN THE BUMPER. WHEN TURN SIGNALS ARE USED, ONLY THE TURN BLINKERS IN THE BUMPER BLINK WHILE THE TRADITIONAL REAR BRAKE LAMPS ARE SOLID AND DO NOT INDICATE A TURN. THE TURN SI...

Mar 10, 2019 Exterior Lighting

REAR TURN SIGNALS OF THE VEHICLE ARE BELOW THE LOWEST POINT OF THE LIFT GATE, ARE MOUNTED INSIDE THE BUMPER, AND ARE RECESSED IN THE BUMPER. WHEN TURN SIGNALS ARE USED, ONLY THE TURN BLINKERS IN THE BUMPER BLINK WHILE THE TRADITIONAL REAR BRAKE LAMPS ARE SOLID AND DO NOT INDICATE A TURN. THE TURN SI...

Dec 9, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR ON JULY 28 2019 FROM HOLLYWOOD KIA. TOOK IT TO THEIR SERVICE CENTER ON NOVEMBER 26 FOR COMPLIMENTARY OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. ON DECEMBER 5 ON THE I-75 EXPRESSWAY GOT AN ALARM SOUND AND SIGN THAT THE "ENGINE HAS OVERHEATED". MANAGED TO GET HOME, NEXT DAY WAITED ALL DAY FOR TOWING COMPANY...

Dec 9, 2018 Engine 5,000 mi

PURCHASED CAR ON JULY 28 2019 FROM HOLLYWOOD KIA. TOOK IT TO THEIR SERVICE CENTER ON NOVEMBER 26 FOR COMPLIMENTARY OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. ON DECEMBER 5 ON THE I-75 EXPRESSWAY GOT AN ALARM SOUND AND SIGN THAT THE "ENGINE HAS OVERHEATED". MANAGED TO GET HOME, NEXT DAY WAITED ALL DAY FOR TOWING COMPANY...

Oct 16, 2018 Service Brakes Crash 300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE OUT OF A SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF THE SCHOOL BUILDING. THE AIRS BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REP...

Oct 16, 2018 Service Brakes Crash 300 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE OUT OF A SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF THE SCHOOL BUILDING. THE AIRS BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REP...