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Kia Sportage 2008 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems

Kia Sportage 2008 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems Review #10251156

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 09, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS . we have a new 2008 kia sportage. the tpms (tire pressure monitoring system) comes on intermittently, four times in 10,000 miles. we have had to take the car back to the dealer on two occasions to have the light turned off. it went off by itself on the other two occasions. the dealer says the tpms system is new and we should not worry about it. they also stated it happens frequently on other models, not just our vehicle. i believe this could be a safety hazard and should be investigated. how are we supposed to now if we really have low tire pressure? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in DOYLESTOWN, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems Review #10251924

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS . tpms - tire pressure monitoring system and heating unit. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF723887. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in PIEDMONT, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Visibility

Kia Sportage 2008 Visibility Review #10251924

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with VISIBILITY . tpms - tire pressure monitoring system and heating unit. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF723887. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in PIEDMONT, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Review #10253639

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 02, 2009.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with STRUCTURE . i rented a kia sportage and while closing the tailgate the top hinged portion of the tailgate lifted up and then slammed down on my finger causing a painful contusion and extensive discoloration under the fingernail. i had absolutely no idea that the upper portion of the tailgate was hinged or i never would have had my hands located anywhere near the glass part of the tailgate. *tr.1 person(s) were injured. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in CORONADO, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Seat Belts

Kia Sportage 2008 Seat Belts Review #10253820

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SEAT BELTS . i have purchased a 2008 kia sportage and i am disabled and obese. i telephoned kia to request a seat belt extension and they informed me that nhtsa said that they were not allowed to make them. why do all other auto manufacturers ford,chrysler,cadillac offer seat belt extensions? *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724487. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in LITTLE FALLS, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly

Kia Sportage 2008 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Review #10254568

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . 2008 kia sportage do not have a protective shield under the gas tank. consumer has a hole in the gas tank after driving over an object in the road. *nj .Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SAINT JOSEPH, MO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. DEALER'S NAME: ANDERSON KIA .

Kia Sportage 2008 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems

Kia Sportage 2008 Tires Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems Review #10256322

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 10, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS . tl*the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact stated that the tire pressure monitor illuminated. the dealer changed the control panel sensor, but the failure persisted. they stated that they could not correct the failure. the failure mileage was 56,000 and current mileage was 60,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 56000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723887. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10259368

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . tl*the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact has experienced several failures with the vehicle ever since its date of purchase. while driving 30 mph, the instrument panel gauges illuminated and began to fail. soon after, the vehicle failed completely; however, the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to her destination. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the electronic steering control module failed. the vehicle was repaired. two months later, the contact noticed a noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was then taken to a local repair shop and it was determined that the two front strut bolts were loose from the spindle. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer and was informed to take the vehicle to the dealer for further inspection. the failure mileage was 900 and current mileage was 4,230..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724X87. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in FARMINGTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Suspension Front

Kia Sportage 2008 Suspension Front Review #10259368

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT . tl*the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact has experienced several failures with the vehicle ever since its date of purchase. while driving 30 mph, the instrument panel gauges illuminated and began to fail. soon after, the vehicle failed completely; however, the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to her destination. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the electronic steering control module failed. the vehicle was repaired. two months later, the contact noticed a noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was then taken to a local repair shop and it was determined that the two front strut bolts were loose from the spindle. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer and was informed to take the vehicle to the dealer for further inspection. the failure mileage was 900 and current mileage was 4,230..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724X87. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in FARMINGTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Steering

Kia Sportage 2008 Steering Review #10259368

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with STEERING . tl*the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact has experienced several failures with the vehicle ever since its date of purchase. while driving 30 mph, the instrument panel gauges illuminated and began to fail. soon after, the vehicle failed completely; however, the contact was able to safely maneuver the vehicle to her destination. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the electronic steering control module failed. the vehicle was repaired. two months later, the contact noticed a noise coming from the front end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they could not determine the cause of the failure. the vehicle was then taken to a local repair shop and it was determined that the two front strut bolts were loose from the spindle. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact called the manufacturer and was informed to take the vehicle to the dealer for further inspection. the failure mileage was 900 and current mileage was 4,230..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 900 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724X87. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in FARMINGTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Visibility

Kia Sportage 2008 Visibility Review #10283022

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 06, 2009.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with VISIBILITY . while driving south on rt33, near snydersville pa,at about 60mph the driver's window "exploded" i.e. shattered into thousands of pieces. there was no warning of impending breaking-up. this is the only occurrence at this time. no one was injured and i know of no witnesses. i shall attempt to have the damage repaired under warranty. *tr.Mileage was 34500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in STROUDSBURG, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10317016

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2008.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) purchased kia sportage xl on 5-22-2008 with abs brake system; during the subsequent winter month, i applied brakes and was unable to control steering; front wheels appeared to be locked in straight position; car continued skidding through intersection, despite application of brakes. took car in to kia (ed napleton) in elmhurst a couple times, but was told it was a normal function of the abs system, and i had to increase my stopping length to ensure i didn't go through the intersection. it is like guess work, because snow is different from ice and water, and one never knows how the system will react or how far you must apply brakes before getting to intersection, to get the effect you need to make you feels safe and allow the car to stop. i called 18003334542 where i was told to take vehicle in to ed napleton 18663528276 and have system checked; which i did a couple times, but after a while was told i had to get accustomed to the system. staff at 1-800 number advised to have staff at ed napleton test drive vehicle with me & reproduce motion/action in question, but they said it was normal. i feel very unsafe driving the vehicle during the winter, and have tried not to drive the vehicle as much as i can. i've had nightmares about ending up at loyola university's trauma center, which is subjective, but i'm not working right now and can't work on getting a different vehicle. dates: 8-15-08 (jd power evaluation completed); 12-1-08 8am (car in for brake check); 12-3-01 (again); 12-10-10 called 1800 number re: brakes; 12-12-10 called 1-866 to get appt & have brakes checked again 3-7-09 took car in for oil change, spoke to glenn j mungo re: brake effect, repeated same things others did (that it was a normal response to pressing the brake pedal). case # [xxx] *tr.Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10325690

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. while accelerating from a traffic stop at speeds of 25 mph, the vehicle surged froward as the transmission struggled to change gears. the dealer advised they were aware of the failure however, the manufacture had not yet offered a remedy to correct the issue. the contact stated the vehicle had been serviced by the dealer a total of three times. the dealer reset the vehicle on each occasion. the failure continued to recur intermittently. the failure mileage was 30,819 and the current mileage was 34,000. .Mileage was 30819 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in BREWERTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Review #10330574

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 14, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . accelerated after a stop sign and the transmission felt like it as struggling to switch gears. like it was slipping. *tr.Mileage was 24900 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in CLINTON, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 32 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Sportage 2008 Electronic Stability Control Review #10370473

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . electronic stability system (ess) doesn't work on cold days. when starting car ess off light is on and the ess system won't work. took car to dealer in spring 2010 and dealer indicated that problem was a bad brake light switch. dealer replaced switch and ess appeared to be repaired. cold weather hit again and the ess doesn't work again. *tr.Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in PASADENA, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Traction Control System

Kia Sportage 2008 Traction Control System Review #10370473

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM . electronic stability system (ess) doesn't work on cold days. when starting car ess off light is on and the ess system won't work. took car to dealer in spring 2010 and dealer indicated that problem was a bad brake light switch. dealer replaced switch and ess appeared to be repaired. cold weather hit again and the ess doesn't work again. *tr.Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in PASADENA, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10373936

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 01, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, she noticed sparks shooting from the passenger side tail light. the contact then began to smell a burning odor and pulled over to investigate the failure. there were no more sparks coming from the vehicle but the burning odor was still present. the vehicle was towed to the dealer and a diagnostic test was performed. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the failure recurred twice and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. the dealer still was unable to diagnose or locate a failure within the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and the contact was advised to have the dealer diagnose and inspect the vehicle. the contact was concerned with the safety of the vehicle and traded it for another model. the failure mileage was approximately 54,000 and the current was 59,917. .Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 54000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723787. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in KNOX, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10386375

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 10, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i recently purchased a 2008 kia sportage at an auction. it has sustained an engine compartment fire that appears to have been caused by the wiring harness and / or abs pump. this is the lx model with 2.7 v6 automatic 4wd. i just saw another sportage 2010 model that had a fire in the same abs pump area at an auction. thought you might be interested as there seems to be a problem .. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 27600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in BROWNSVILLE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. Kia Sportage 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10386375

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Apr 10, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i recently purchased a 2008 kia sportage at an auction. it has sustained an engine compartment fire that appears to have been caused by the wiring harness and / or abs pump. this is the lx model with 2.7 v6 automatic 4wd. i just saw another sportage 2010 model that had a fire in the same abs pump area at an auction. thought you might be interested as there seems to be a problem .. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 27600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in BROWNSVILLE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. Kia Sportage 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10411739

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 16, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . transmission "slams" when shifting from 2nd to 3rd after it has a chance to warm up. this occurs from either a stand-still or when it has been rolling and shifts to a higher gear. i have taken it to the dealership and they are not aware of any other issues of this type, but i had another kia in the past and the same thing occurred. the dealer is currently looking into what may be causing this issue and are trying to determine if i need a new transmission or not. *tt.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723187. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in WALKERSVILLE, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10451747

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . i purchased a kia sportage 2008 aug of 2010 about 1 month after purchasing i noticed the esc light that came on, when this light comes on the engine forces itself to do more work, the car won't go more then 40mph, i took the car to the dealer they said it was fixed, 2 months later it happened again, here we are 1yr later and it's still happening. the dealer i take it to tells me "this always happens this type of car" and know the battery light is coming on at the same time the ecs light is coming on. i have an appt. to go to the dealer back on monday for the same problem and i'm still getting no answers. *tr.Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in MORRISTOWN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10451747

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . i purchased a kia sportage 2008 aug of 2010 about 1 month after purchasing i noticed the esc light that came on, when this light comes on the engine forces itself to do more work, the car won't go more then 40mph, i took the car to the dealer they said it was fixed, 2 months later it happened again, here we are 1yr later and it's still happening. the dealer i take it to tells me "this always happens this type of car" and know the battery light is coming on at the same time the ecs light is coming on. i have an appt. to go to the dealer back on monday for the same problem and i'm still getting no answers. *tr.Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in MORRISTOWN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Review #10451747

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 24, 2010.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i purchased a kia sportage 2008 aug of 2010 about 1 month after purchasing i noticed the esc light that came on, when this light comes on the engine forces itself to do more work, the car won't go more then 40mph, i took the car to the dealer they said it was fixed, 2 months later it happened again, here we are 1yr later and it's still happening. the dealer i take it to tells me "this always happens this type of car" and know the battery light is coming on at the same time the ecs light is coming on. i have an appt. to go to the dealer back on monday for the same problem and i'm still getting no answers. *tr.Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in MORRISTOWN, NJ. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Power Train Review #10454382

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Mar 17, 2011.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . the automatic transmission shifts very sharp and rough from 2nd to 3rd gear, approximately at 25 mph. on 17 mar 11, the dealer re-programmed a computer chip for the transmission under their service bulletin tsb eng 075--ecm upgrade. the transmission was fine for about 8 months, but then same problem started. the car was brought in again at the beginning of march 2012, and i was told that the transmission was blown, and a new one provided under warranty. i was told to stand by and they will call when it is ready. i called once a week for a month to inquire, as i received no calls, being told that the approval process was underway. today, 06 apr 12, i was told that the chip needed to be re-programmed again. it didn't work before, why would it work now? i just want my car properly fixed, and the dealer does not appear to be willing to do it. *tr.Mileage was 17901 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF723087. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in CHICAGO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Sportage 2008 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes Review #10509076

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . approximately, two weeks after purchase in 01/2013, "esc off," light came on multiple times at various speeds including vehicle start up. i made several calls to place of purchase regarding intermittent, "esc off," light. pressing " esc off," dash button has no effect and the light stays illuminated. dealer of purchase took vehicle to kia service and the diagnostic was tpms light is on, advise. at no time did the tpms light ever come on, nor was it reported as such. vehicle was returned with no work done, and place of purchase was informed that tire(s) were low. currently, the "esc off," light is still illuminating and brake lights have failed. tire pressure check by recent service (oil change) was reported as normal. according to kia customer support and the kia dealership of service, this vehicle is not included in the recall issued 01 april, 2013. purchase mileage 27,476, mileage at kia service 30,328 on 21 feb, 2013. several online forums including kia-forums.com report this problem as far back as 2007 models. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723487. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in NEW HOLLAND, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Sportage 2008 Electronic Stability Control Review #10509076

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . approximately, two weeks after purchase in 01/2013, "esc off," light came on multiple times at various speeds including vehicle start up. i made several calls to place of purchase regarding intermittent, "esc off," light. pressing " esc off," dash button has no effect and the light stays illuminated. dealer of purchase took vehicle to kia service and the diagnostic was tpms light is on, advise. at no time did the tpms light ever come on, nor was it reported as such. vehicle was returned with no work done, and place of purchase was informed that tire(s) were low. currently, the "esc off," light is still illuminating and brake lights have failed. tire pressure check by recent service (oil change) was reported as normal. according to kia customer support and the kia dealership of service, this vehicle is not included in the recall issued 01 april, 2013. purchase mileage 27,476, mileage at kia service 30,328 on 21 feb, 2013. several online forums including kia-forums.com report this problem as far back as 2007 models. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723487. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in NEW HOLLAND, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10509076

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 15, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . approximately, two weeks after purchase in 01/2013, "esc off," light came on multiple times at various speeds including vehicle start up. i made several calls to place of purchase regarding intermittent, "esc off," light. pressing " esc off," dash button has no effect and the light stays illuminated. dealer of purchase took vehicle to kia service and the diagnostic was tpms light is on, advise. at no time did the tpms light ever come on, nor was it reported as such. vehicle was returned with no work done, and place of purchase was informed that tire(s) were low. currently, the "esc off," light is still illuminating and brake lights have failed. tire pressure check by recent service (oil change) was reported as normal. according to kia customer support and the kia dealership of service, this vehicle is not included in the recall issued 01 april, 2013. purchase mileage 27,476, mileage at kia service 30,328 on 21 feb, 2013. several online forums including kia-forums.com report this problem as far back as 2007 models. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 28200 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723487. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in NEW HOLLAND, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10511891

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 09, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . vehicle parked, not running, but with the radio on, there was a loud pop and smoke from under the hood. relased lock and looked inside, small box mounted on the passenger side wall, under the hood, over the wheel well, a small square box, i think it was the abs box was on fire. everything that was burnable under the hood burnt before the fire department arrived. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 147500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SMITHSBURG, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes Review #10511940

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 09, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . i was in the car, parked in a wendys parking lot, engine off, radio on. there was a loud pop followed by smoke, a gentleman in a truck 3 spaces away heard it and saw it. we got out to look at it and the smoke was increasing, i opened the hood and you could see flames about 2 inches high around the box mounted inside the engine compartment, on the passenger side up near the headlights and over the wheel well. we shut it and waited for the fire department, everything inside the engine compartment that could melt did melt, all the paint on the hood etc, passenger door will not open or shut without noise and an extra push or pull. i am not a mechanic but i am pretty sure that the little black box was the abs controller. just lucky that i wasn't driving on the highway. i have seen that there are several other complaints about the same thing. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 147500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SMITHSBURG, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10511940

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 09, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i was in the car, parked in a wendys parking lot, engine off, radio on. there was a loud pop followed by smoke, a gentleman in a truck 3 spaces away heard it and saw it. we got out to look at it and the smoke was increasing, i opened the hood and you could see flames about 2 inches high around the box mounted inside the engine compartment, on the passenger side up near the headlights and over the wheel well. we shut it and waited for the fire department, everything inside the engine compartment that could melt did melt, all the paint on the hood etc, passenger door will not open or shut without noise and an extra push or pull. i am not a mechanic but i am pretty sure that the little black box was the abs controller. just lucky that i wasn't driving on the highway. i have seen that there are several other complaints about the same thing. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 147500 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723987. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SMITHSBURG, MD. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Sportage 2008 drive type:4WD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting Review #10522180

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . i received a safety recall notice for the stop lamp switch. i have been unable to schedule an appointment with my local kia dealership to have the recall work done. when i first moved to the area, i was unsuccessful in scheduling routine maintenance with the same dealership. what do you recommend? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF723087. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10522180

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 26, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i received a safety recall notice for the stop lamp switch. i have been unable to schedule an appointment with my local kia dealership to have the recall work done. when i first moved to the area, i was unsuccessful in scheduling routine maintenance with the same dealership. what do you recommend? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF723087. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in HENDERSON, NV. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Tires

Kia Sportage 2008 Tires Review #10523639

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Feb 09, 2012.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with TIRES . tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the vehicle was equipped with hankook optimo h418 tires (na), tire size 235/60/16. the dot number was t7bnbwh. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who noticed that the rear passenger and driver's side tires tread were completely worn. the defect occurred one year after the new rear tires were mounted on the vehicle. the recent defective tires had not been replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. the failure mileage was unavailable. .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723187. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in STURBRIDGE, MA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine Review #10552088

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . this will be 1 of 3 part statement... about a week ago (give or take a few days), a couple of my mother's 2008 kia sportage's dash lights came on. the abs light, the esc light, and i think one other (possibly the traction control light but mind you this is not my car and i am not that familiar with her dash). she was told that there was a recall for a part that was causing one of the lights to come on (i believe the esc light). she took the car to get the part replaced, however, the lights did not go off. i have wheel hubs on my suv crossover and i told her that when my wheel bearing/sensor starts going bad that is when my light comes on. well a couple days later, her driver side wheel bearing started to roar, so we figured that the abs light was on due to that. she took it back to the kia dealership shop and they replaced the bearing and although the ride was quieter due to the new bearing replacement, the abs light and other lights did not go off. the mechanic told her that she does not have a wheel hub with sensor and bearing in the hub but that all of her parts were separate. he said that the light may be on due the sensor may have debris from the wheel bearing going bad or possibly the sensor is going bad itself. i planned on pulling and cleaning the sensor for her in the upcoming weekend. well before the weekend, she went shopping at the grocery store and when she came out, the vehicle would not start. the battery was dead. we call a tow truck driver who came and gave it a quick jump and said she must have left her lights on. she drove home, pulled in driveway and i told her to leave it run a bit to charge the battery back up. she did so and then after about 10 minutes, shut it off and immediately started it again to ensure the battery was charged. later that day, it would not start again...battery dead again. (continued in next post) 2 of 3... *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Body

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Body Review #10552088

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . this will be 1 of 3 part statement... about a week ago (give or take a few days), a couple of my mother's 2008 kia sportage's dash lights came on. the abs light, the esc light, and i think one other (possibly the traction control light but mind you this is not my car and i am not that familiar with her dash). she was told that there was a recall for a part that was causing one of the lights to come on (i believe the esc light). she took the car to get the part replaced, however, the lights did not go off. i have wheel hubs on my suv crossover and i told her that when my wheel bearing/sensor starts going bad that is when my light comes on. well a couple days later, her driver side wheel bearing started to roar, so we figured that the abs light was on due to that. she took it back to the kia dealership shop and they replaced the bearing and although the ride was quieter due to the new bearing replacement, the abs light and other lights did not go off. the mechanic told her that she does not have a wheel hub with sensor and bearing in the hub but that all of her parts were separate. he said that the light may be on due the sensor may have debris from the wheel bearing going bad or possibly the sensor is going bad itself. i planned on pulling and cleaning the sensor for her in the upcoming weekend. well before the weekend, she went shopping at the grocery store and when she came out, the vehicle would not start. the battery was dead. we call a tow truck driver who came and gave it a quick jump and said she must have left her lights on. she drove home, pulled in driveway and i told her to leave it run a bit to charge the battery back up. she did so and then after about 10 minutes, shut it off and immediately started it again to ensure the battery was charged. later that day, it would not start again...battery dead again. (continued in next post) 2 of 3... *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10552088

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . this will be 1 of 3 part statement... about a week ago (give or take a few days), a couple of my mother's 2008 kia sportage's dash lights came on. the abs light, the esc light, and i think one other (possibly the traction control light but mind you this is not my car and i am not that familiar with her dash). she was told that there was a recall for a part that was causing one of the lights to come on (i believe the esc light). she took the car to get the part replaced, however, the lights did not go off. i have wheel hubs on my suv crossover and i told her that when my wheel bearing/sensor starts going bad that is when my light comes on. well a couple days later, her driver side wheel bearing started to roar, so we figured that the abs light was on due to that. she took it back to the kia dealership shop and they replaced the bearing and although the ride was quieter due to the new bearing replacement, the abs light and other lights did not go off. the mechanic told her that she does not have a wheel hub with sensor and bearing in the hub but that all of her parts were separate. he said that the light may be on due the sensor may have debris from the wheel bearing going bad or possibly the sensor is going bad itself. i planned on pulling and cleaning the sensor for her in the upcoming weekend. well before the weekend, she went shopping at the grocery store and when she came out, the vehicle would not start. the battery was dead. we call a tow truck driver who came and gave it a quick jump and said she must have left her lights on. she drove home, pulled in driveway and i told her to leave it run a bit to charge the battery back up. she did so and then after about 10 minutes, shut it off and immediately started it again to ensure the battery was charged. later that day, it would not start again...battery dead again. (continued in next post) 2 of 3... *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine Review #10552090

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . this is part 2 of 3... we got a new battery installed at advanced auto. car ran fine. the next morning , she started the car and then went into the house. my niece was there and said she heard a pop and look outside to see the car on fire. the whole front end including the passenger compartment was burnt to a crisp. i believe what happened was a faulty part in the abs (causing the light to come on) was shorting or something and that kept draining the battery. with the battery low, the battery would die before enough heat could build up, however, with the new battery, it could continue to pull power and heat up whatever faulty part was shorting out and then got hot enough to blow and cause fire. (continued in next post) 3 of 3... *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Body

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Body Review #10552090

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . this is part 2 of 3... we got a new battery installed at advanced auto. car ran fine. the next morning , she started the car and then went into the house. my niece was there and said she heard a pop and look outside to see the car on fire. the whole front end including the passenger compartment was burnt to a crisp. i believe what happened was a faulty part in the abs (causing the light to come on) was shorting or something and that kept draining the battery. with the battery low, the battery would die before enough heat could build up, however, with the new battery, it could continue to pull power and heat up whatever faulty part was shorting out and then got hot enough to blow and cause fire. (continued in next post) 3 of 3... *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10552090

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . this is part 2 of 3... we got a new battery installed at advanced auto. car ran fine. the next morning , she started the car and then went into the house. my niece was there and said she heard a pop and look outside to see the car on fire. the whole front end including the passenger compartment was burnt to a crisp. i believe what happened was a faulty part in the abs (causing the light to come on) was shorting or something and that kept draining the battery. with the battery low, the battery would die before enough heat could build up, however, with the new battery, it could continue to pull power and heat up whatever faulty part was shorting out and then got hot enough to blow and cause fire. (continued in next post) 3 of 3... *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine Review #10552091

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . she is 73 years old and on a fixed income. she has already paid thousands for the car and now does not have a car due to a faulty part. no car should catch on fire due to normal use. now she is going to have to find a way to pay for another car. hopefully that car manufacturer produces a vehicle that does not just catch fire at random and if it does, they take credit for building and selling you a vehicle with a fault that is there own. she struggled to pay thousands of dollars for a car that she took good care of to just burn up infront of her. she looked forward to finish paying the car off. blue book is roughly $9,000.00 she paid more that half of it off and still owes $7,000.00 but now, insurance will give her the $9,000.00 of which she will have to pay $7,000.00 out to pay it off, leaving her with $2,000.00. what can you buy with $2,000.00 - nothing! so now she must start over and use the $2,000.00 to get back into a full car payment and struggle again for another 5 years or more. w.t.f.!?!? i see on this website, people talking about the same thing happening to them. if there is more than 1 or 2 cars that have caught on fire the same way, why isn't it looked into, and why isn't there a recall. sure it maybe hard for kia to replace many vehicles, however, i think it is harder for my mother of 73 to go out and buy another vehicle at $15,000.00 - $20,000.00 just because the one she trusted to be a solid vehicle was build crappy. it is kia's design and mechanics that caused the problem, they should be held responsible. and it should be illegal for them to keep selling the vehicles to people with a problem as such. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Body

Kia Sportage 2008 Structure Body Review #10552091

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY . she is 73 years old and on a fixed income. she has already paid thousands for the car and now does not have a car due to a faulty part. no car should catch on fire due to normal use. now she is going to have to find a way to pay for another car. hopefully that car manufacturer produces a vehicle that does not just catch fire at random and if it does, they take credit for building and selling you a vehicle with a fault that is there own. she struggled to pay thousands of dollars for a car that she took good care of to just burn up infront of her. she looked forward to finish paying the car off. blue book is roughly $9,000.00 she paid more that half of it off and still owes $7,000.00 but now, insurance will give her the $9,000.00 of which she will have to pay $7,000.00 out to pay it off, leaving her with $2,000.00. what can you buy with $2,000.00 - nothing! so now she must start over and use the $2,000.00 to get back into a full car payment and struggle again for another 5 years or more. w.t.f.!?!? i see on this website, people talking about the same thing happening to them. if there is more than 1 or 2 cars that have caught on fire the same way, why isn't it looked into, and why isn't there a recall. sure it maybe hard for kia to replace many vehicles, however, i think it is harder for my mother of 73 to go out and buy another vehicle at $15,000.00 - $20,000.00 just because the one she trusted to be a solid vehicle was build crappy. it is kia's design and mechanics that caused the problem, they should be held responsible. and it should be illegal for them to keep selling the vehicles to people with a problem as such. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10552091

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Nov 13, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . she is 73 years old and on a fixed income. she has already paid thousands for the car and now does not have a car due to a faulty part. no car should catch on fire due to normal use. now she is going to have to find a way to pay for another car. hopefully that car manufacturer produces a vehicle that does not just catch fire at random and if it does, they take credit for building and selling you a vehicle with a fault that is there own. she struggled to pay thousands of dollars for a car that she took good care of to just burn up infront of her. she looked forward to finish paying the car off. blue book is roughly $9,000.00 she paid more that half of it off and still owes $7,000.00 but now, insurance will give her the $9,000.00 of which she will have to pay $7,000.00 out to pay it off, leaving her with $2,000.00. what can you buy with $2,000.00 - nothing! so now she must start over and use the $2,000.00 to get back into a full car payment and struggle again for another 5 years or more. w.t.f.!?!? i see on this website, people talking about the same thing happening to them. if there is more than 1 or 2 cars that have caught on fire the same way, why isn't it looked into, and why isn't there a recall. sure it maybe hard for kia to replace many vehicles, however, i think it is harder for my mother of 73 to go out and buy another vehicle at $15,000.00 - $20,000.00 just because the one she trusted to be a solid vehicle was build crappy. it is kia's design and mechanics that caused the problem, they should be held responsible. and it should be illegal for them to keep selling the vehicles to people with a problem as such. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in OAKDALE, PA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes Review #10566310

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . i have had an ongoing squeal/grind in the rear left. they dealership said it was brakes and i paid a lot of money for brakes which i challenged given only 45000 miles. i still have the issue and of course cant find a thing. i believe its the cv joint or axle. warranty will not cover according to dealership. this car cant be the only one having this issue. thanks for allowing me to post this. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 45000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in BATTLE CREEK, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine Review #10569365

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . the kia sportage 2008, has the modules misfire and the kia sportage completely turns itself off while in drive at 45 miles per hour. this happened to me on five different occasions randomly, and the kia depot in santa ana, said that they could not find the problem on the vehicle, and decided not to keep the vehicle longer to find out what was causing this problem that could be a fatal hazard for anyone that would be driving this vehicle. i was almost hit by other cars while driving this vehicle. kia depot has so far not done anything at all to assist me for my car and told me i had two days to get this car off there lot there at kia depot santa ana, or they would start charging me for keeping my car there. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 65733 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724287. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SANTA ANA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10577340

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact stated that the brake lights illuminated when the brake pedal was not being pressed. the contact also mentioned that the electronic stability control light illuminated. the dealer advised that nhtsa campaign number 13v114000 (exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic) was performed but the failure was not corrected. the failure mileage was 48,000 and current mileage was 51,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723787. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Switch

Kia Sportage 2008 Exterior Lighting Brake Lights Switch Review #10577340

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH . tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact stated that the brake lights illuminated when the brake pedal was not being pressed. the contact also mentioned that the electronic stability control light illuminated. the dealer advised that nhtsa campaign number 13v114000 (exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic) was performed but the failure was not corrected. the failure mileage was 48,000 and current mileage was 51,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723787. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electronic Stability Control

Kia Sportage 2008 Electronic Stability Control Review #10577340

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL . tl* the contact owns a 2008 kia sportage. the contact stated that the brake lights illuminated when the brake pedal was not being pressed. the contact also mentioned that the electronic stability control light illuminated. the dealer advised that nhtsa campaign number 13v114000 (exterior lighting, service brakes, hydraulic) was performed but the failure was not corrected. the failure mileage was 48,000 and current mileage was 51,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 48000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723787. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in SPRINGFIELD, VA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine Review #10606687

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with ENGINE . i was driving the vehicle when it stalled, restarted than stalled again. had it towed to the dealer who replaced the mass air flow sensor. on 6/25/14 the same happened again (intermit, runs rough then stalls out. *tr this time the dealer found a pin on mass air flow connector was bad and the replaced clip assembly. today, 06/28/2014 the vehicle stalled out and i had it towed to the dealer who loaned me one of their vehicles because i had to leave my vehicle. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 57472 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF723887. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in BINGHAMTON, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System

Kia Sportage 2008 Electrical System Review #10606784

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on June 29, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . i parked my car at 6am went in to work at about noon my coworkers were telling me my car was smoking went outside and smoke was coming from under the hood so we popped the hood and my electrical box was smoking pretty bad a guy used a extinguisher on it to find it was still smoking so he disconnected.the battery all the wires in box are burned i only had a little over 100000 miles on it so naturally its expired.Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 112000 miles. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine

Kia Sportage 2008 Engine Review #10621705

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2013.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with ENGINE . i am an owner of a kia 2008 sportage with approximately 12,000 miles. about 9 months ago, the engine and brake lights went on. it was evident that car had a transmission problem, you can hear the engine knocking when you would go park to drive or reverse to drive etc... the dealership said i needed a new transmission and all new brakes. they couldn't explain why the transmission was faulty on a car that had at the time less than 11,000 miles. the car was at the dealer for a month because they learned that the computer system needed repairing as well which wasn't covered under my plan they needed corporate to provide an approval to repair. it eventually got repaired. 3 weeks ago at 12k milles, my drivers panel turned into a christmas tree. the esc on/off, abs, brakes, engine and tpms lights are all on. i also feel the engine beginning to knock again. the dealer said i need a new abs pump and module and that it would cost me $2700 to fix. i decided not to repair because i believe their some type of electrical design flaw causing these issue. i have read that abs and transmission problems are very common for kai sportage owners - i have read that engine fires have been reported in these cars. i feel unsafe for myself and my family and i am looking for advsice on how best to handle this problem. kia refuses to take ownership of these problems. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724087. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in BROOKLYN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Air Bags

Kia Sportage 2008 Air Bags Review #10630588

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Aug 29, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with AIR BAGS . another vehicle turned in front of me and my car impacted the other vehicles passenger side. there was no air bag deployment. my kia sportage was declared totaled..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 83000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJF724187. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in DENVER, CO. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph.

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes

Kia Sportage 2008 Service Brakes Review #10632998

KIA SPORTAGE 2008 car safety problem was reported on Sept 11, 2014.KIA SPORTAGE 2008, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . my sister in law's 08 kia sportage ex had all the dash warning lights come on, the code showed p0501 wheel speed sensor malfunction. i replaced rt frt sensor and still same code. took it to local shop and they said something is shorted because they can't read all the lights on. i checked some fuses but found none blown. it seemed like the brakes were a little weak and i drove it for a test and noticed it was pulling hard to the right, then it started to pulse as if the abs was stuck on. i turned for home and parked it. next day went to try it again and it was dead, i charged battery, the door locks were clicking on/off and horn blowing. i unhooked battery terminals to charge battery and when it was fully charged i hooked it up and the abs module on front passenger side of car was running and getting hot. like some one else on this site, i'm sure it would have caught fire but i pulled the battery cables. after looking into purchasing the module i realize why kia has not recalled this part, price is around $1000 to $1800 for this abs module. this is a dangerous problem with this car since you are dealing with brakes and also auto fires. kia needs to step it up and recall this issue. i hope others who have experienced this problem also put in a complaint..Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 93000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNDJE723387. Kia Sportage 2008 problem was reported in HASTINGS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

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