1995 KIA SPORTAGE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

88

Owner Complaints

2 Crashes 1 Fire

2

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

0

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE

The 1995 KIA SPORTAGE has received a total of 88 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY, SUSPENSION:REAR. The most commonly reported problems involve the Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly (6 complaints), Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip (5 complaints), and Electrical Systemhorn (4 complaints).

Recalls for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE

NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE, potentially affecting up to 191,025 vehicles.

Recall 02V216000 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

| 189,706 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH.

Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

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Recall 95V073000 — SUSPENSION:REAR

| 1,319 vehicles affected

Defect: THE NUTS ATTACHING THE REAR AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINERS AND BRAKE BACKING PLATES TO THE REAR AXLE HOUSING MAY BE UNDER- TORQUED CAUSING THESE UNITS TO LOOSEN OR FALL OFF.

Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE (1) OIL LEAKAGE INTO THE REAR BRAKE AND ONTO THE BRAKE LININGS; (2) REAR BRAKE DAMAGE FROM THE AXLE NUTSFALLING INTO THE REAR BRAKE DRUMS; OR (3) SEPARATION OF THE REAR WHEEL/AXLESHAFT FROM THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN AN INCREASED POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RETORQUE THE REAR AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINER NUTS.

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Owner Complaints for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE

88 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor
Complaints: 4
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 4
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 4
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 4
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 3
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 3
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 3
Tires
Complaints: 2
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 2
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 2
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 1 1 Injury
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Hubs
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 1
Steering
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assemblyu Bolt Leaf Spring To Axle
Complaints: 1
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Wheels
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE ENGINE LOCKED CAUSING LOSE OF POWER. THERE IS A SPECIAL CAMPAIGN #011, REGARDING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE CAMPAIGN; HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE CAMPAIGN DUE TO THE VIN.
#10091576 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | | 109,000 miles
VEHICLE STALLED. IT DIED IN TRAFFIC EVERYDAY. CONSUMER STATED HE WAS AFRAID OF BEING INVOLVED IN A COLLISION.*AK
WHILE DRIVING LEFT REAR WHEEL CAME OFF. AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINING NUT WAS MISSING. *AK
#10022706 | WHEELS | | N/A miles
WHILE DRIVING LEFT REAR WHEEL CAME OFF. AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINING NUT WAS MISSING. *AK
#8021355 | SUSPENSION:REAR | | N/A miles
CONSUMER STATES WHILE CROSSING A BRIDGE THE REAR AXLE AND TIRE FLEW OFF, CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL AND COME TO A STOP. TOWED TO A MECHANIC, AND MECHANIC STATED THAT THE DIFFERENTRAL NEEDS REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR

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Safety Rating for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE

No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.

NHTSA Investigations for the 1995 KIA SPORTAGE

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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