1999 Kia Sportage problems
The Kia Sportage (Korean: 기아 스포티지) is a series of automobiles manufactured by the South Korean manufacturer Kia since 1993 through five generations. Initially a compact SUV built on a body-on-frame chassis, the second-generation Sportage transitioned to a car-based platform which placed it into the compact crossover SUV class, and has been developed alongside the Hyundai Tucson. Since the fifth-generation model launched in 2021, Kia developed the Sportage in two sizes with different wheelbase lengths for different markets.
The Sportage has been the best-selling Kia model globally since 2016 after surpassing the Rio. In 2018, the model reached the 5 million production milestone. As of 2023, the Sportage is positioned between the Seltos or Niro and the three-row Sorento in Kia's SUV global lineup.
In 2022, the Sportage won the 'Family SUV' and 'Full Hybrid' categories in the Scottish Car of the Year Awards. In 2023, the Sportage was chosen as Car of the Year in Morocco.
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Common 1999 Kia Sportage problems
The Kia Sportage, introduced in 1995, has been a popular compact SUV for its affordability and versatility. However, the 1999 model year has been reported to have several common issues, primarily related to the engine.
- Fuel System Issues: The 1999 Kia Sportage has also been reported to have fuel system problems, with six complaints of fuel pouring out of the car while pumping gas. This issue can be caused by a faulty fuel pump, fuel pressure regulator, or fuel injector. It can also be a sign of a more serious issue, such as a cracked fuel tank or fuel line.
- Transmission Problems: The 1999 Kia Sportage has been reported to have transmission issues, with five complaints related to the transmission system. These issues can include slipping, jerking, or hesitation while shifting gears. Transmission problems can be caused by a variety of factors, including low transmission fluid levels, worn or damaged transmission components, or a faulty transmission control module.
- Cooling System Issues: The 1999 Kia Sportage has been reported to have cooling system issues, with five complaints related to the cooling system. These issues can include overheating, leaking coolant, or a faulty thermostat. Cooling system problems can be caused by a variety of factors, including a faulty water pump, radiator, or cooling fan.
- Interior Problems: The 1999 Kia Sportage has been reported to have interior issues, with six complaints related to the interior. These issues can include malfunctioning power windows, faulty air conditioning, or broken seat adjusters. Interior problems can be caused by a variety of factors, including faulty wiring, worn-out components, or a lack of maintenance.
It's important to note that while these issues have been reported by some owners of the 1999 Kia Sportage, not all vehicles will experience these problems. Regular maintenance and inspections can help prevent many of these issues from occurring, and prompt attention to any warning signs or symptoms can help minimize the risk of more serious problems. If you're considering purchasing a 1999 Kia Sportage, it's a good idea to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified mechanic before making a purchase.
What is the most common problem with the Kia Sportage?
System problems another common issue reported by 2023 Kia Sportage owners is with the electrical. System some owners have reported problems with the radio navigation. System and backup camera
Is the Kia Sportage a reliable car?
Plus, for adventure-seeking drivers, there are new off-road models with the rugged X-Pro and X-Pro Prestige trims. The 2023 Kia Sportage is a compact SUV with excellent reliability. It tops all other compact SUVs on the J.D. Power most reliable list, including the 2023 Toyota RAV4 and the 2023 Honda CR-V.
What are the negatives of the Kia Sportage?
The cooling system consists of several parts, including the thermostat, water pump, and radiator. The failure of one or all of these parts can lead to engine cooling problems. With the Kia Sportage, the most common issue was with the radiator. It would leak coolant, thus leading to the engine overheating.
Which Kia Sportage has the best engine?
Our favourite engine for the Kia Sportage is the entry-level one, the 148bhp 1.6-litre T-GDi. You can have it with a six-speed manual gearbox, but if you want MHEV technology, you need to opt for the seven-speed automatic gearbox, which is slightly hesitant but introduces the option of four-wheel drive (AWD).
1999 Kia Sportage car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Kia Sportage problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Power train problems
- Electrical system problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Service brakes problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Kia Sportage vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1999 Kia Sportage
The NHTSA has received 349 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Kia Sportage. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1999 Kia Sportage vehicles.
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-06
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 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 NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED NO REMEDY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 333,000.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-02-21
- VIN: KNDJA7230X5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED GEARS WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS, WHO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE DEFECT. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 127,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-13
- VIN: KNDJB7232X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I HAD JUST FILLED GAS TANK WITH UNLEADED GAS. WHEN I NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL. THE CAR SITS ALL DAY. I ONLY MOVE IT FOR EMISSIONS EACH YEAR I WORK FROM HOME. THEY TESTED AND TOLD ME EVAP EMISSION CONTROL SYS MALF. THE GUY SAID HE COULD SEE GAS LEAKING FROM MY FUEL LINE. HE SAID IT WAS A RECALL ON THIS TO CHECK WITH KIA. KIA TOLD ME MY VIN NUMBER DID NOT MATCH THE RECALL. THIS CAR DOES NOT SEE ALOT OF ACTION THERE IS NO REASON OTHER THAN A FEW GOOD SNOWS THAT MAY HAVE RUSTED THE TANK OTHER WISE WHY WOULD MY TANK ALL OF A SUDDEN LEAK GAS. THIS IS A HAZARD THAT I THINK KIA SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR. I AM THE SECOND OWNER OF THE CAR AND HAVE HAD IT LONGER THAN THE FIRST. I HAVE EXPERIENCED FIRST HAND SOME ISSUES THIS MODEL HAS HAD WHICH KIA TOOK CARE OF. BUT THEY REFUSE THIS. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-10
- VIN: KNDJA7235X5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND CAUSED THAT CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION ON THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE AFTER HE REGAINED CONTROL, STOPPED AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 160,000.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-02
- VIN: KNDJA7238X5
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 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
SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-12-20
- Components: SUSPENSION,POWER TRAIN,STRUCTURE
- Summary: REAR FRAME OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE ROTTED, AND CAUSING THE WHOLE REAREND TO SHIFT SEVERELY. AT 30MPH. CAUSING ME TO PARK MY SPORTAGE. REST OF THE FRAME IN GOOD SHAPE. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-04
- VIN: KNDJA7230X5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN A LARGER TRUCK PASSED HIM ON THE ROADWAY AND CAUSED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE TO SWERVE INTO ANOTHER LANE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 94,000.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-27
- VIN: KNDJA6238X5
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: FRONT LEFT SIDE SEAT BELT, WON'T RETRACT. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-18
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND HIT A BUMP WHEN MY CAR BEGAN SWAYING BACK AND FORTH FROM SIDE TO SIDE. I HAD A VERY HARD TIME MAINTAINING CONTROL. I SLOWLY DROVE HOME AND UPON FURTHER INSPECTION UNDERNEATH MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE I DISCOVER THE FRAME IS TOTALLY RUSTED TO THE POINT OF FALLING APART. THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE FRAME IS ALMOST NON EXISTENT AND THE DRIVERS SIDE ISN'T MUCH BETTER THERE ARE HOLES AND PIECES OF THE FRAME GONE. I HAVE BEEN READING ON LINE THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM MY 11 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER OR MYSELF COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED BECAUSE OF THIS DEFECT, PLEASE DO SOMETHING SO OTHERS WILL NOT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT THIS. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-08-16
- VIN: KNBJB7234X5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND WAS TOLD THAT THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED COMPLETELY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE AN ENGINEER FOR THE MANUFACTURER INSPECTED AND DETERMINED THAT THE REAR FRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED AND COULD NOT BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 72,083.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-12
- VIN: KNZJB7238X5
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD HESITATE WHEN ACCELERATING. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THERE WAS A DELAY IN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATING AND WHEN IT WOULD, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD EXHIBIT AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INSPECTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-07
- VIN: KNDJA7231X5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWAY BACK AND FORTH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHERE THEY ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD RUSTED FROM THE CHASSIS ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THE MECHANIC ALSO ADVISED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NON-REPAIRABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT WAS UNABLE TO ASSIST. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 88,000. UPDATED 9/16/11 *CN UPDATED 2/9/12 *CN
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-02-02
- VIN: KNDJA7230X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 1995 TO 2002 KIA SPORTAGES FRAMES ARE ROTTING OUT AND GAS TANKS LEAKING ALSO. KIA REFUSES TO REPAIR OR PUT OUT A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE. VEHICLES ARE A SAFETY ISSUE TO THE PUBLIC. FORD WINDSTARS HAD SIMILAR PROBLEMS FROM 1998 TO 2003 BACK AXLE ROTTING OUT, THEY ARE TAKING ACTION AND OWNING UP TO THE PROBLEM. I HAVE BEEN A STATE INSPECTION MECHANIC FOR THE STATE OF PA. FOR 35YRS THIS DEFECT IS GOING TO CAUSE SEVERAL CRASHES, MAYBE DEATHS. KIA IS NOT CONCERNED ABOUT THIS MATTER ANY HELP WOULD BE GREAT. THANKS *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-05
- VIN: KNDJA7232X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SHORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER DISPENSING FUEL INTO THE FULL TANK, HE WOULD SMELL A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THEY WERE UNABLE TO LOCATE THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A MANUFACTURE VOLUNTARY RECALL PERTAINING TO THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE CONTACT NOTIFIED THE DEALER AND THEY INFORMED THAT SAFETY RECALL EXPIRED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL TANK WAS NOT IN STOCK. THE PROBLEM PERSISTED AND BECAME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 105,000. UPDATED 2/23/11 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL PUMP HAD RUST PROBLEMS. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED IT WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER HAS SINCE PURCHASED ANOTHER VEHICLE. UPDATED 02/28/11
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-01
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: I HAVE A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE WITH 55,000 MILES ON IT. THE ENTIRE FRAME IS ROTTED AND RUSTED OUT. CANNOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE IN SAFETY. WILL NOT PASS INSPECTION. I HAVE 6 MORE MONTHS OF PAYMENTS I WANT TO KNOW WHAT I CAN DO ABOUT THIS? THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. 3 DEALERSHIPS WOULD NOT EVEN TAKE IT AS A TRADE! I WAS TOLD NOT TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE BECAUSE THE GASTANK COULD FALL DOWN IF I HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD AND THE VEHICLE COULD EXPLODE. *TR
STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-12-01
- VIN: KNDJB6236X5
- Components: STRUCTURE,EQUIPMENT
- Summary: 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. I HAVE OWNED IT SINCE 2008. I HAVE HAD THE GAS TANK PATCHED 3 TIMES, THEN COMPLETELY REPLACED COST OF OVER 400 DOLLARS. MY MECHANIC SAID THE TANK KEPT RUSTING NO MATTER WHAT HE TRIED AND IT WAS DEFECTIVE. ALL REAR BRAKES TWICE AND NOW WITH EVEN NEW LEVER AND OTHER PARTS 420 DOLLARS. NOW THE CAR IS UNDRIVEABLE DUE TO THE REAR FRAME WHICH HAS CRACKED AND SEPARATED CAUSING THE CAR TO SWAY AND MAKING STEERING EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. I THOUGHT IT WAS A SHOCK THAT BROKE WHEN I HEARD THE CLUNKING SOUND, TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC WHO INFORMED ME THE CAR WAS TO UNSAFE TO DRIVE BECAUSE THE FRAME IS SWINGING ALL AROUND. I HAVE NO OTHER VEHICLE AND TWO CHILDREN AM A SINGLE PARENT. NOW I CAN'T GET TO WORK, APPOINTMENTS, SCHOOLS ECT. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-16
- VIN: KNDJA7238X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,STRUCTURE
- Summary: I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE AND RECENTLY HAD IT RACKED TO SEE WHAT THE NOISE WAS THAT WAS COMING FROM UNDERNEATH MY CAR. THE ENTIRE UNDERCARRIAGE HAS RUSTED OUT AND THE FAME IS SEPARATING FROM EACH OTHER, LEANING ON THE SHOCK ABSORBERS ON BOTH SIDES, THERE ARE LARGE HOLES IN THE FAME WHERE THEY HAVE RUSTED THROUGH, THE FUEL TANK AND SHIELD IS RUSTED OUT AND THIS CAR IS A TICKING TIME BOMB, READY TO FALL APART, AND OR IF ANYTHING HITS THE FUEL TANK IT WILL DISINTEGRATE AND POSSIBLY EXPLODE. THIS CAR IS LITERALLY COMING APART UNDERNEATH.TWO OF THE DOORS PANELS UNDERNEATH HAVE RUSTED AWAY. EVERYTHING IS RUSTED AND IT SCARES ME TO DEATH TO BE DRIVING IT NOW THAT I HAVE SEEN THE UNDERCARRIAGE. I HAVE MANY PHOTOS TO SUBMIT FOR PROOF OF THE PROBLEM.APPARENTLY THIS CAR HAS BEEN RUSTING FOR SOME TIME AND I HAVE NEVER NOTICED IT. I BOUGHT IT BRAND NEW IN SEPTEMBER OF 1999. IT HAS PREMATURELY RUSTED OUT UNLIKE MOST VEHICLES WHICH LAST FOR MANY YEARS. I WAS INFORMED BY MY BROTHER THIS PAST SUMMER AND HE TOLD ME THAT THERE WAS A SERVICE CAMPAIGN ON THE FUEL TANK BUT WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, THEY SAID IT WAS PAST THE 10 YEAR MARK BY A FEW MONTHS AND THEY WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH KIA TO GATHER INFORMATION ABOUT RECALLS AND SERVICE CAMPAIGN NOTICES OF WHICH I ONLY WAS NOTIFIED ABOUT 3 OR 4 OF THEM SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASED IT. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-06
- VIN: KNDJA7233X5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHEN THE MECHANIC WAS CHANGING THE OIL HE NOTIFIED THE CONTACT THAT THE REAR FRAME HAD DECAYED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEABLE BUT HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 115,000. UPDATED 02/10/11 *BF UPDATED 03/11/11*JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-01
- VIN: KNDJA7233X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1999 KIA SPORTAGE GAS TANK ROTTED AND LEAKING. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-02-01
- VIN: KNDJA7236X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL TANK LEAK. SMELL OF GASOLINE WHEN CAR IS PUT IN GARAGE. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-05
- VIN: KNDJA7231X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE CHASSIS OF MY 1999 KIA SPORTAGE IS ROTTING OUT. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE RAILINGS WELDED TOGETHER, ONE RAILING HAS A HOLE ABOUT 6 IN LONG ON THE SIDE OF THE RAILING AND THE GAS TANK HAS TO BE REPLACE. BUT IF THE TANK IS REMOVED THE PART OF THE CHASSIS IT IS ATTACHED TO WILL COME OFF AND THERE WILL BE NO WAY TO ATTACH A NEW ONE. *TR
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-02-25
- VIN: KNDJA7233X5
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: KEYWAY ON CRANKSHAFT WHERE TIMING GEAR ATTACHES WEARS OUT PREMATURELY AND CAN RESULT IN HAVING TO REPLACE ENGINE! I HAVE REPLACE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR, FUEL FILTER, AND KNOCK SENSOR ALSO THE MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR AND TIMING BELT WERE REPLACED AS THERE APPEARED TO BE A TIMING ISSUE COULD NOT FIND PROBLEM SO TOOK TO KIA DEALER TO FIND THE KEYWAY ON CRANKSHAFT TO BE SO WORN YOU COULD ALMOST TURN GEAR ALL THE WAY AROUND! IN ALL THE YEARS I HAVE BEEN WORKING ON VEHICLES THIS IS THE FIRST TIME I HAVE EVER SEEN THIS AND IS VERY OBVIOUSLY A MANUFACTURER DEFECT! *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-08-28
- VIN: KNDJB7231X5
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: FUEL TANK LEAKING EVERY TIME WHEN FILLING TANK. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED, PROBLEM WITH GASOLINE LEAKAGE WHEN FILLING TANK IS STILL A PROBLEM. NO REPAIRS AS OF YET. I'M ON DISABILITY. *TR
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-07-16
- VIN: KNDJA7232X5
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: THE FRAME IS ALL RUST. I HAD TO HAVE THE STABILIZER BAR WELDED WHERE IT COME LOSE FROM THE FRAME FROM RUST. THE BAR WAS ON THE REAR OF THE CAR WITCH MAID IT GO ALL OVER THE ROAD. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-05-20
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: I OWN A 1999 KIA SPORTAGE. WHEN I FILED TANK, GAS LEAKED. I TOOK MY CAR TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND THEY STATED THAT I HAVE A LEAK IN MY GAS TANK. *TR
1999 Kia Sportage recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1999 Kia Sportage.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES MAY EMIT A "CLICK" SOUND DURING THE BUCKLING PROCESS THAT IS SIMILAR TO THE SOUND EMITTED WHEN A BUCKLE IS BEING LATCHED, WHEN IT IS NOT.
- Consequence: THE LATCH CAN THEN PULL OUT OF THE BUCKLE WHEN TENSION IS APPLIED.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 16, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
- Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT UNDER TENSION BY MOVEMENT OF THE ENGINE, THUS PULLING THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS, LOOSENING THEM AND RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE ENGINE STALLING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL SPRING CLIPS TO LOCK THE CONNECTORS TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE DEALERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO SOLDER A SPLICE IN THE WIRE HARNESS.
- Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WITHOUT AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COUPLING CAN CONTACT A HYDRAULIC BRAKE PIPE CAUSING FLUID LEAKAGE.
- Consequence: THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF REAR BRAKE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND, IF NECESSARY, INCREASE THE CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE BRAKE PIPE AND STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COUPLING.
Negative 1999 Kia Sportage car reviews
Positive 1999 Kia Sportage car reviews
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Purchased new in Aug. 1999. Used mainly by my wife for errands and shopping. It has only 33K miles on it and we have not had any problems with it. Recently, I asked my wife if she wanted to get a new vehicle, but she refused as she likes it too much. It's a very dependable car that always starts and goes in any weather. If you keep up with maintenance, it will take care of you.
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So far, I'm really glad I bought my Sportage! It's sporty, fun to drive, and I haven't had any problems with it yet since I bought it used.
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First of all, congratulations on owning a vehicle that has not needed a wheel alignment in five years! That's quite impressive. Additionally, averaging 23 mpg while cruising at posted interstate speed limits is definitely something to be proud of. It's great to hear that the ride and noise level are better than expected. The only area for improvement that you mentioned is more power, which is understandable. I appreciate your perspective on Consumer Reports and agree that the interior materials and finishing quality are just as good as Honda and Toyota, based on your experience.
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We're so glad to hear that you're happy with your Sportage! It's great to know that you found it to be well made. We hope that you'll consider Kia again in the future.
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We purchased our Kia back in 1999 and have been extremely satisfied with it. With only 62,000 miles on the clock, we've only encountered one issue, which was fortunately covered under warranty. In contrast, our Mountaineer has given us more problems. The Kia's reliability is fantastic, and its gas mileage is impressive compared to other SUVs and fair compared to regular cars (as expected). We've taken this car on many trips and have always been pleased with its performance. The only design flaw we've noticed is that the cup holder blocks some of the heating/cooling controls when in use. Overall, we are thrilled with our purchase and are now considering the Kia Optima as our next vehicle.
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1999 Kia Sportage Problems and Complaints - 2 Issues
Top 1999 Kia Sportage Problems · Faulty Throttle Position Switch. 108 people have reported this. 31 · Fuel Tank Leak Due to Corrosion From Road Salt. 66 people ...
1999 Sportage Problems Starting, Stalling at Low RPM | Kia Forum
Nov 14, 2012 ... Hey everyone I recently got a 2001 Kia Sportage 4WD. I guess this intermittent "no start" problem is common! My situation is this... Sometimes ...
1999 Kia Sportage Repair: Service and Maintenance Cost
The Kia Sportage Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 6th out of 26 for compact SUVs.
Q&A: How to Test 1999 Kia Sportage Fuel Pump Relay & Fuse
Oct 11, 2011 ... That was a common problem.If you still need help just reply to this question. Good luck,. Tony.
1999 Kia Sportage issues
Jan 27, 2017 ... Gearbox gets a bit noisy in its later life as the gears polish in the transfer case but no other problems. The electric window mechanisms are ...
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Are you having problems with your 1999 Kia Sportage?
Lance Wintheiser 2024-10-26
I've owned my Kia for just over three years now. While it was initially exciting, unfortunately, within a year, things started to fall apart. I feel that it was overpriced for what it is, so I wouldn't recommend getting a Kia Sportage.
Talon Krajcik 2024-09-27
Aside from a few gripes, I love this car. The gas mileage is more than acceptable (22-25 mpg), the 4x4 helps in Minnesota winters, the convertible top is easy enough to operate, and the size is great for city living.
Sylvester Klein 2024-09-19
My vehicle has had several issues, including the front brake system needing replacement twice, electrical problems, body molding falling off multiple times, and the rear suspension requiring replacement at 20,000 miles. The clutch has also needed repair or replacement three times. Despite these challenges, the vehicle is enjoyable to drive and performs well in snowy conditions. While it may be noisier than other vehicles and have some rattles and engine noises, it still provides a great driving experience. It is worth noting that the after-market value of a Kia is relatively low.
Tyler Satterfield 2024-08-10
I will not consider repurchasing this car or any other make. I am relieved it is no longer in my possession.
Madisen Pfannerstill 2024-08-09
I bought my Kia almost 4 years ago because I really liked its style and the fact that it came with a 100,000 mile coverage. However, I've had some issues with it since then. The fuse relays on the electrical system went out twice, the bracket connecting the oil filter was defective and had to be replaced, the heater blower also needed to be replaced, and the door lock had to be fixed. I also had to replace the main engine wire loom and fuse box. Unfortunately, many of the small plastic items in the car have broken with normal use, such as the sun visor clips and blower knob.