We found the following complaints for KIA SPORTAGE (1996)
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Consumer was traveling about 40 mph on highway and another vehicle veered into her vehicle, causing an accident.upon impact,frontal airbags didn't go off.there were slight injuries.
When the brakes were applied in a panic stoppedal was normal, and vehicle experienced extended stopping, causing a collision which resulted in injuries.also, airbags did not deploy.the dealer and manufacturer have been notified and will not cooperate at all.
I was involved in an accident at the speed of 40 mph and the air bag did not inflate. The impact between my chest and the steering wheel left me with bruised ribs. I am very appreciative that the accident or the injury was not severe. If you can look into a couple of my concerns, 1) at which speed should the air bag deploy, 2) if it was to deploy at 40mph then what should be my next step towards kia to verify that this doesn't happen to any one again.
The vehicle hit a deer head-on at 70 mph and neither airbags deployed.
Air bags deployed inadvertently while parked.dealer has been notified. Consumer stated that while sitting in the vehicle keys not in ignition, the airbag deployed and caused injury on her face and legs. *yd
Consumerwas in an accident on nov.04 98, and air bag did not deploy.consumer was injured.
Driver fell asleep while going 45 mph. She woke up upon hitting the curve.saw a utility pole. Swerved and hit pole head-on. The air bag deployed, hitting driver in the nose, injuring her slightly.
Consumer was traveling at 25 mph in foggy conditions when suddenly she lost sight of the road andproceeded to strike a tree head on. Upon impact,air bags did not deploy.
Vehicle was involved in a head-on collision and the air bag did not deploy.
Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.
The vehicleshorn did not blow loud enough to warn other vehicles. This could result in an accident. *nlm
Enginecheck light remains illuminated whilevehicle was in motion, causingvehicle to stall and die. Dealer has inspected and repairedvehicle several times.
While driving at 45 mph lights on dash went out and smoke filled the car.the wires under the dash that runs to the engine cought on fire. Fire department was contacted no enjuries. Manf. Contacted.
Computer failure, causing vehicle to stall.
Lighting; when driving along the highway the tail lightsand interior lights automatically go out with no warning. Have taken in for this same problem eight times, the dealer say it's a pinched wire.
Interior wiring harness failure.
Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.
Vehicle accelerates automaticallyat 35mmph and higher, and then it will decelerate. Dealer has replaced engineharness, and problem still exists. Manufacturer has been notified.
Oil turned to a sluggy/ pasty thickness, engine had to be replaced.fuel injection system failed.also, had to be replaced. Please provide any further information, and identification number.
Stalled numerous times while driving.
Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.
Enginestalls.
When driving along vehicle will start shaking and it will just cut off without any warning. Has happened when putting vehicle in reverse or park. Vehicle has been taken inseveral times for the stalling and they can't find the problem. Had an accident because the vehicle stalledjust as i was making a turn to go onto the ramp which caused an accident.
Car is constantly leaking oil. Manufacturer contacted, replaced the drive lines and two seals,. Manufacturer told owner that vehicle would not leak any more. Problem still exists.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Vehicleintermittently stalls at any given speed.vehicle has beenat dealer shop on three occasions/ at an independent repair shop on three occasions and no one could locate cause.seeking help from nhtsa in this matter.consumer states vehicle has stalled on the freeway at 65 mph, in intersections, and going around corners, the entire fuel system has been replaced along with other parts and vehicle still stalls, possibly engine related.
Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.
While driving had noticed a burning odor. Took to dealer & informed consumer it was the oil that was burning, but odor still persisted. Lifted trunk for usage & noticed carpet had burned. A friend checked under vehicle & noticed a hole on top of muffler. Notified dealer & was charged to have muffler replaced.
Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.
Air conditioner not cooling properly.
The passenger side door speaker caught on fire while listening to the radio.fortunately my wife was able to put the fire out with her jacket.the fire burned part ofthe door panel.
Oil turned to a sluggy/ pasty thickness, engine had to be replaced.fuel injection system failed.also, had to be replaced. Please provide any further information, and identification number.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Lighting; when driving along the highway the tail lightsand interior lights automatically go out with no warning. Have taken in for this same problem eight times, the dealer say it's a pinched wire.
Dome light inoperative.
Power train has harmonic vibration between speed 45 mph - 60 mph which results in noise and rearview mirrors vision is distorted due to excessive vibration.please describe details.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Transmission failure.
Transmission would fail to shift into gear. Would be slipping each time. The "hold" light on instrument panel would come on & stay while vehicle is operational. The pvs light comes on also. When applying the brakes to come to a stop, vehicle would shake.
Transmission is going to needed to be replaced due to vibration and noise.
The car's rear left tire detached from the vehicle.the lug nuts and the assembly where intact.from what the body shop told me the ball bearings melted causing the casing where the bolts go to detach.i'm not a mechanic so i don't know the details but if you need further information please do not hesitate to contact the body shop that's working on the car.i can get you that information if you request it.
While driving on icy road experienced wheel hub failure, when in 4-wheel drive wheel hub unlocked, causing 4- wheel drive to disengage, resulting in vehicle spinning out 360 degrees into circle, loss control due to one of the tires disengaging from 4 wheel driveline, occurred 5 times, dealers replaced several times, has now replaced with manual wheel hubs.
The wind leaks were an ongoing anoyance and i had to take the car back several times and finally gave up with an improvement but no fix. The dealer said kia acknowledged the problem but had no fix. The shift sensor and solenoid failure made the car so it could not shift gears and the key could not be removed from the car! this within days of the warrenty expiration and and with less than 16k miles on the car. This should be checked to see if its symtomatic and a recall started if it is.
Power train vibration, causing rearview mirror to blur/poor visibility.
Noise and vibration coming from the transmission.
Help!! i have tried for 6 weeks now to contact kia with little success, after a month of trying a factory tech finally came out to look at my car and did confirm some of the problems, including the random accelration, he promised to contact me within 4 days and it has now been 3 weeks, i have left messages and faxes with their consumer affairs dept and as of yet have received no response.these are some of the problems i have had: transmission replaced 3 times, 4 trans has problems, rear shocks broken - manuf. Refuses to repair, seatbelt randomly disengaged, front right door continually jammed, catalytic converter came loose, engine randomly reves and accelerates, engine would not idle at all,engine idles roughly, motor fan broke loose and embedded in radiator, power mirrors switch defective, dome light inoperative, left rear door very stiff, hub caps falling off, wind shield motor defective, antilock brake sensor defective, right rear window defective, ect....
Vehicle was involved in a frontal collision. Upon impact, airbags deployed, butlap and shoulder belt didn't hold.consumer was thrown into window and sustained injuries.
Left front seat belt anchor belt cover came off.
Help!! i have tried for 6 weeks now to contact kia with little success, after a month of trying a factory tech finally came out to look at my car and did confirm some of the problems, including the random accelration, he promised to contact me within 4 days and it has now been 3 weeks, i have left messages and faxes with their consumer affairs dept and as of yet have received no response.these are some of the problems i have had: transmission replaced 3 times, 4 trans has problems, rear shocks broken - manuf. Refuses to repair, seatbelt randomly disengaged, front right door continually jammed, catalytic converter came loose, engine randomly reves and accelerates, engine would not idle at all,engine idles roughly, motor fan broke loose and embedded in radiator, power mirrors switch defective, dome light inoperative, left rear door very stiff, hub caps falling off, wind shield motor defective, antilock brake sensor defective, right rear window defective, ect....
The driver-side seat belt fastener will not work.i have contacted kia, but they say that this item is not covered by warranty.i have not abused this piece of equipment and i have never had a seat belt fail (in any other car-- nor heard of this) because it comes unlatched.i am really concerned about this as it seems i will need to pay for the new seat belt fastener.ts
While driving, seat belt detaches.when driving more than 35-40 mphconsumer has to depress brakes harder than usual.consumer states there was an accident and that there were problems with the belts detaching 2-3 months prior to the accident, one person was injured in the accident, consumer did not list the cause of the accident.
Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, consumer noticed that upon leaning forward the set belt latch came undone.this happened twice.consumer was involved in an automobile accident in march.another auto hit consumer pushing the vehicle into a tree.the seat belt unlatched and consumer was thrown into the passenger side windshield.consumer suffered head, neck and shoulder injuries.*jg
Received recall 02 v 216 000 concerningfront seat belts, but rear seat belt failed in this vehicle. Dealership was not replacing the rear seat belt under the recall remedy.
The rear seat belt on the passenger's side will not release.
Remote control window motor blew in the right passager seat front exhuast pipe fell from the manifold, a/c blower switch failed,a/c filter broke,3 times brakes had to be adjusted, head light blew, both oxygen sensors have been replace due to check engine light coming on, currently car is still in the shop for the 21 day concerning the check engine issue.
The anti-lock braking system kicks in and does not go off and the warning light comes on.
Help!! i have tried for 6 weeks now to contact kia with little success, after a month of trying a factory tech finally came out to look at my car and did confirm some of the problems, including the random accelration, he promised to contact me within 4 days and it has now been 3 weeks, i have left messages and faxes with their consumer affairs dept and as of yet have received no response.these are some of the problems i have had: transmission replaced 3 times, 4 trans has problems, rear shocks broken - manuf. Refuses to repair, seatbelt randomly disengaged, front right door continually jammed, catalytic converter came loose, engine randomly reves and accelerates, engine would not idle at all,engine idles roughly, motor fan broke loose and embedded in radiator, power mirrors switch defective, dome light inoperative, left rear door very stiff, hub caps falling off, wind shield motor defective, antilock brake sensor defective, right rear window defective, ect....
Intermittent abs brake failure.
When the brakes were applied in a panic stoppedal was normal, and vehicle experienced extended stopping, causing a collision which resulted in injuries.also, airbags did not deploy.the dealer and manufacturer have been notified and will not cooperate at all.
While driving, seat belt detaches.when driving more than 35-40 mphconsumer has to depress brakes harder than usual.consumer states there was an accident and that there were problems with the belts detaching 2-3 months prior to the accident, one person was injured in the accident, consumer did not list the cause of the accident.
During vehicle operation when the brakes are applied, the pedal vibrates which causes the abs to shut down.
While driving the vehicle applied the brakes and the vehicle would not stop. This has happened several times, and the dealer cannot find the problem.
Antilock brakes failed.
Transmission would fail to shift into gear. Would be slipping each time. The "hold" light on instrument panel would come on & stay while vehicle is operational. The pvs light comes on also. When applying the brakes to come to a stop, vehicle would shake.
Anti- lock brake/dash light comes on frequently indicating abs not working, pedal does not feel normal, goes down roughly making abnormal sound, increase in stopping distance,dealer changed master cylinder/pads/rotors/ bled sensor and brake line, repaired seven times.
Abs brake light sensor malfunction causing extended stopping distance.
While driving the vehicle applied the brakes and the vehicle would not stop. This has happened several times, and the dealer cannot find the problem.
Brakes failed causing them to go to the floor.
Anti- lock brake/dash light comes on frequently indicating abs not working, pedal does not feel normal, goes down roughly making abnormal sound, increase in stopping distance,dealer changed master cylinder/pads/rotors/ bled sensor and brake line, repaired seven times.
Anti- lock brake/dash light comes on frequently indicating abs not working, pedal does not feel normal, goes down roughly making abnormal sound, increase in stopping distance,dealer changed master cylinder/pads/rotors/ bled sensor and brake line, repaired seven times.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Anti- lock brake/dash light comes on frequently indicating abs not working, pedal does not feel normal, goes down roughly making abnormal sound, increase in stopping distance,dealer changed master cylinder/pads/rotors/ bled sensor and brake line, repaired seven times.
Master cylinder replaced.
When applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor to stop. Dealer has adjusted the brakes and problem still exists.master cylinder was replaced due to complete brake failure.
Anti- lock brake/dash light comes on frequently indicating abs not working, pedal does not feel normal, goes down roughly making abnormal sound, increase in stopping distance,dealer changed master cylinder/pads/rotors/ bled sensor and brake line, repaired seven times.
Brake pedal sticks.
Brake booster replaced.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Transmission shifts erratically. In addition, noisy rear brakes due to recent brake adjustments/steering wheel column will not lock/ gas gauge failure/ odometer failure/passenger's side sunvisor disconnects from clip when encountering harsh ride or when visor is pulled down and engine often hard to start.
Sunvisor hard to turn down.
Help!! i have tried for 6 weeks now to contact kia with little success, after a month of trying a factory tech finally came out to look at my car and did confirm some of the problems, including the random accelration, he promised to contact me within 4 days and it has now been 3 weeks, i have left messages and faxes with their consumer affairs dept and as of yet have received no response.these are some of the problems i have had: transmission replaced 3 times, 4 trans has problems, rear shocks broken - manuf. Refuses to repair, seatbelt randomly disengaged, front right door continually jammed, catalytic converter came loose, engine randomly reves and accelerates, engine would not idle at all,engine idles roughly, motor fan broke loose and embedded in radiator, power mirrors switch defective, dome light inoperative, left rear door very stiff, hub caps falling off, wind shield motor defective, antilock brake sensor defective, right rear window defective, ect....
Consumer was having problems with the coils. Dealer and the manufacturer were contacted, and stated that theywere aware of the problem, but since there was no recall therewas nothing they coulddo.
Wheel bearings misadjusted, causing vibration in steering wheel.
Help!! i have tried for 6 weeks now to contact kia with little success, after a month of trying a factory tech finally came out to look at my car and did confirm some of the problems, including the random accelration, he promised to contact me within 4 days and it has now been 3 weeks, i have left messages and faxes with their consumer affairs dept and as of yet have received no response.these are some of the problems i have had: transmission replaced 3 times, 4 trans has problems, rear shocks broken - manuf. Refuses to repair, seatbelt randomly disengaged, front right door continually jammed, catalytic converter came loose, engine randomly reves and accelerates, engine would not idle at all,engine idles roughly, motor fan broke loose and embedded in radiator, power mirrors switch defective, dome light inoperative, left rear door very stiff, hub caps falling off, wind shield motor defective, antilock brake sensor defective, right rear window defective, ect....
Michelin tire sidewall blew out.(p20575r15)
Note:this information was reported to the consumer product safety commission (cpsc), who indicated that it was not in their jurisdiction, and directed me to report it to this (nhtsa) group.there appears to be no form or email notification method on this site for non-vehicle notifications,please contact me to direct me to an alternate way to report this failure:the karrite duosport cartop carrier is a molded plastic"shell" type carrier, similar to the yakima and thule lines.on july 4, 2000, while traveling at freeway speeds, this closed and locked carrier, opened, and allowed equipment to fly out onto the roadway of oncoming traffic.this resulted in a serious accident, involving several cars.you may contact me for further information.
Enginecheck light remains illuminated whilevehicle was in motion, causingvehicle to stall and die. Dealer has inspected and repairedvehicle several times.
Manufacturer ignores my request for information about 2 recalls on this car. No defect listed.
Cruise control speed dropped 10mph on slight slope.
Throttle sensor misadjusted.
When vehicle was shifted into reverse itexperienced sudden acceleration and hit another vehicle. Dealer determined thatthrottle pedal was stuck, causingvehicle to accelerate without applying pressure to the pedal.
Vehicle accelerates automaticallyat 35mmph and higher, and then it will decelerate. Dealer has replaced engineharness, and problem still exists. Manufacturer has been notified.
Help!! i have tried for 6 weeks now to contact kia with little success, after a month of trying a factory tech finally came out to look at my car and did confirm some of the problems, including the random accelration, he promised to contact me within 4 days and it has now been 3 weeks, i have left messages and faxes with their consumer affairs dept and as of yet have received no response.these are some of the problems i have had: transmission replaced 3 times, 4 trans has problems, rear shocks broken - manuf. Refuses to repair, seatbelt randomly disengaged, front right door continually jammed, catalytic converter came loose, engine randomly reves and accelerates, engine would not idle at all,engine idles roughly, motor fan broke loose and embedded in radiator, power mirrors switch defective, dome light inoperative, left rear door very stiff, hub caps falling off, wind shield motor defective, antilock brake sensor defective, right rear window defective, ect....
Power train has harmonic vibration between speed 45 mph - 60 mph which results in noise and rearview mirrors vision is distorted due to excessive vibration.please describe details.
Windshield wiper assembly replaced.
While driving 65 mphrear driver wheel andwheel assembly fell off. No accident, and no injuries.
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