1999 KIA SPORTAGE Engine Problems

2 NHTSA complaints on file

Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report

Engine Issues in the 1999 KIA SPORTAGE

2 engine complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. Of these, 0 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 0 resulted in injury.

2
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths

All Engine Complaints

#10778236 |
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 STATED THAT THE TIMING BELT FAILED THREE TIMES AND WAS REPLACED BY A MECHANIC. THE DRIVE TRAIN FAILED ONCE AND WAS REPLACED BY A MECHANIC. THE CRANK SHAFT WAS ALSO REPLACED ONCE. THE CONTACT ALSO WAS EXPERIENCING A TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN WHICH THE GEARS SLIPPED RANDOMLY AND WERE SLOW TO CHANGE OVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MORE THAN THREE TIMES AND THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REMEDY THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE SEALS DUE TO THE TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE FUEL LEAK CONTINUED AND WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS...
#10559564 |
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 168,390. UPDATED 02/03/2014 *LJ UPDATED 02/24/14*LJ

Other 1999 KIA SPORTAGE Problem Areas

Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline 42 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System 19 complaints Fuel System Gasoline 16 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmission 16 complaints Electrical System 14 complaints Unknown Or Other 14 complaints Air Bagsfrontal 12 complaints Electrical Systemwiring 12 complaints Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift 12 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip 12 complaints Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher 12 complaints Air Bags 11 complaints Engine And Engine Cooling 11 complaints Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly 11 complaints Structureframe And Members 10 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc 9 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor 9 complaints Power Trainaxle Hubs 8 complaints Suspension 8 complaints Suspensionfront 8 complaints Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls 7 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlcatalytic Convertor 6 complaints Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner 6 complaints Power Train 6 complaints Power Traintransfer Case 4 Wheel Drive 6 complaints Structurebody 6 complaints Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash 5 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingengine 5 complaints Structurebodydoor 5 complaints Tires 5 complaints Vehicle Speed Control 5 complaints Visibilitywindshield 5 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedelivery 4 complaints Seat Belts 4 complaints Seat Beltsfrontretractor 4 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulic 4 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components 4 complaints Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields 4 complaints Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal 4 complaints Electrical Systemignition 3 complaints Electrical Systemstarter Assembly 3 complaints Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood 3 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys 3 complaints Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc 3 complaints Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 3 complaints Interior Lighting 3 complaints Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch 3 complaints Power Trainaxle Assembly 3 complaints Seat Beltsfrontanchorage 3 complaints Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly 3 complaints Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections 3 complaints Tirestreadbelt 3 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemfanmotor 3 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core 3 complaints Electrical Systemhorn 2 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control 2 complaints Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe 2 complaints Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack 2 complaints Exterior Lightingheadlights 2 complaints Exterior Lightingturn Signal 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump 2 complaints Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings 2 complaints Fuel System Other 2 complaints Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft 2 complaints Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit 2 complaints Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft 2 complaints Power Trainmanual Transmission 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings 2 complaints Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder 2 complaints Steering 2 complaints Structure 2 complaints Suspensionrear 2 complaints Visibility 2 complaints Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System 2 complaints Wheels 2 complaints Electrical System12v24v48v Battery 1 complaint Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator 1 complaint Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers 1 complaint Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System 1 complaint Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailerlpg Systemslines And Fittings 1 complaint Exterior Lightingtail Lights 1 complaint Exterior Lightingturn Signalflasher Unit 1 complaint Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System 1 complaint Fuel System Otherdelivery 1 complaint Fuelpropulsion System 1 complaint Parking Brakeconventional 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl 1 complaint Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch 1 complaint Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal 1 complaint Seat Beltsfront 1 complaint Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices 1 complaint Seat Beltsrearother 1 complaint Seats 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicbrake Fluid Low Warning Lamp 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdifferential Proportional Valve 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads 1 complaint Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist 1 complaint Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device 1 complaint Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion 1 complaint Steeringgear Boxshaft Pitman 1 complaint Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System 1 complaint Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly 1 complaint Structurebodybumpers 1 complaint Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments 1 complaint Structurebodyhood 1 complaint Structurebodyroof And Pillars 1 complaint Structurebodytailgate 1 complaint Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar 1 complaint Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing 1 complaint Tiressidewall 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control 1 complaint Vehicle Speed Controllinkages 1 complaint Visibilityglass Siderear 1 complaint Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior 1 complaint Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages 1 complaint Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor 1 complaint Wheelshubcapcover 1 complaint
Check any vehicle history by VIN - Free vehicle history report