2013 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 2013 Kia Sportage problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Kia Sportage 2013, several common problems have been reported:
- Crunching Gearshift on Fast Downchanges: Some owners have reported issues with the gearshift, specifically experiencing crunching sounds during fast downshifts. A smooth and quiet gearshift is essential for a comfortable and safe driving experience.
- Map Update Problems: There have been complaints regarding map updates in the 2013 Kia Sportage. Owners have expressed frustration over the lack of automatic updates during servicing, which is expected for the duration of the warranty. Keeping navigation systems up-to-date is crucial for accurate and reliable directions.
- Turbo Lag Concerns: While not a widespread issue, some owners have mentioned concerns about turbo lag in the Kia Sportage 2013. Turbo lag can affect the vehicle's power delivery and responsiveness, impacting the driving performance. Addressing any turbo lag is essential for optimal engine performance.
- AM Radio Reception Issues: Owners have reported problems with AM radio reception in the 2013 Kia Sportage. Interference in certain areas can affect radio reception, and installing an amplified antenna may be a potential solution to improve reception quality. Good radio reception is essential for an enjoyable driving experience.
- Dealer Response to Issues: Some owners have expressed dissatisfaction with the response from dealers when addressing reported problems. It is crucial for dealers to thoroughly investigate and resolve issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and maintain the vehicle's performance.
These common problems highlight the importance of regular maintenance, prompt issue resolution, and thorough inspections to ensure the Kia Sportage 2013 operates optimally and provides a reliable driving experience for owners.
What is the most common problem with the 2013 Kia Sportage?
A known problem with the Kia Sportage is that with the model's engine. The engine has been known to idle or stall completely whilst the vehicle is in motion, which is not only frustrating, but indicates a failing engine.
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 there a recall on 2013 Kia Sportage?
Summary: Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
How many miles is a 2013 Kia Sportage good for?
We mentioned that the standard mileage for a Kia Sportage is around 150,000-200,000 miles. Thus, high mileage for the Sportage is anything over 100,000 miles. Once the car pushes past this point, it's far more likely to run into issues and pricey troubles that could put you or your car out of commission.
2013 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 problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Service brakes problems
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2013 Kia Sportage vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2013 Kia Sportage
The NHTSA has received 360 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2013 Kia Sportage. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2013 Kia Sportage vehicles.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-05
- VIN: KNDPC3A29D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: My car has a recall on the engine due to the chance it could catch fire. I brought my car to the dealership to have them replace the recalled part and they returned the car to me without performing the work. They didn't tell me that they didn't fix the recalled part, but I happened to notice on the receipt a day later that it said "can't perform bulletin parts on backorder freeze".
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-28
- VIN: KNDPC3A26D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I have owned this vehicle for two years and last week the engine started making a load noise after some research I found a safety recall from 2017 that Kia made an error in the machining process of the engine and could cause catastrophic damage and a major safety issue if happened while driving. This vehicle has been at the local Kia dealer and they refuse to do anything about the issue.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-28
- VIN: KNDPC3A25D7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: engine is seized due to overheating
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNDPC3A62D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-08-19
- VIN: KNDPC3A2XD7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The car totally shut down while driving. The motor has ceased up.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-09
- VIN: KNDPB3A26D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-14
- VIN: KNDPBCA22D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal ticking sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he had parked the vehicle. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start, and the vehicle became undrivable. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-15
- VIN: KNDPC3A22D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-05
- VIN: KNDPB3A28D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-03
- VIN: KNDPB3A22D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNDPC3A2XD7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-20
- VIN: KNDPB3A25D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with an electrical short circuit to the battery and starter. Additionally, the contact stated that there was a burning odor near the engine compartment. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 94,864.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-01
- VIN: KNDPB3A25D7
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Hecu needs to be replaced. This is a dangerous recall and it has almost been one year and it hasn't been resolved because the parts arent available.. I have children in my car and they tell me a fire could start while driving or parked. So, they will see the urgency in getting this part to us, after people have died? I am really upset that this is not being taken seriously when peoples lives could be at stake.
SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: KNDPCCA23D7
- Components: SUSPENSION,SERVICE BRAKES,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: We were driving down the road and heard a whine. About 2 minutes later there was a pop in both front wheels locked we could not move and we cannot get them to unlock
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-19
- VIN: KNDPBCA22D7
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: I had my vehicle in for a recall from Kia PI2103 for Kia to update the software in my Kia Sportage. Which was to install software that could help my engine from failing. This was performed on January 19th 2024. Along with this recall they were supposed to extend my warranty to 15 yrs 150,000 miles. Shortly after aout 500 miles later and a few weeks my engine developed a knocking noise. I took back to the dealer that performed the recall to have it diagnosed. They advised that it needs and engine and is part of the campaign but they needed to get prior authorization. After a month went by Kia determined because I never took the key tag out of the car that I would not be getting a new engine for not meeting the requirements. How they determined this is when a service advisor is making a repair order they use window tags to locate cars. Well, the advisor rather than using a new window tag used the one that was sitting on my seat. I would like Kia to honor their extended coverage and replace my engine at no charge. Attached is proof I had KSDS and also a copy of the Kia techline that the service manager gave me to show the reason.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-01
- VIN: KNDPBCA22D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: the engine on my 2013 kia sportage is under recall and the dealer is refusing to replace the engine after it locked up due to issues that kia was having with their engine i bought the suv brand new and this should be covered
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNDPB3A23D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-01
- VIN: KNDPB3A28D7
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My daughter has a 2013 Kia Sporage. Last week she was driving and the engine kept cutting off on the highway. She has had the recalled engine replaced last year and has 33,000 miles on it. When we took it to be checked out the guy said it could be the timing chain. The dealership said that was unlikely. It sounds like it’s not getting gas, so we put fuel injector cleaner in and it still isn’t running.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNDPB3A25D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-30
- VIN: KNDPC3A25D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-01
- VIN: KNDPBCA28D7
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made a tapping sound, and then the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, there was engine oil leaking onto the ground while driving, with smoke coming from underneath the hood. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the lower bearing, push rod, and engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that a Product Improvement Campaign to update the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software had previously been performed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The manufacturer denied the engine replacement due to the vehicle have a Salvage Title. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNDPCCA63D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-25
- VIN: KNDPB3A24D7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-16
- VIN: KNDPBCA2XD7
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while his son was driving 45 MPH, he observed a loud noise coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact stated that code: P1326 (KSDS – Possible bearing wear) was retrieved using a handheld diagnostic machine. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 182,000.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-05
- VIN: KNDPBCA2XD7
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2013 Kia Sportage recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2013 Kia Sportage.
- Manufacturer: Kia America, Inc.
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- Summary: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
- Consequence: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
- Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
- Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
- Manufacturer: Kia Motors America
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
- Summary: Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
- Consequence: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, and replace the engine if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC147.
Negative 2013 Kia Sportage car reviews
Positive 2013 Kia Sportage car reviews
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The car has been awesome! It's taken me on many long trips and it's great on gas. Although, I do wish the seats were more comfortable.
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Great looking SUV! It's awesome that it comes with so many great options as standard. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that it has remote start from the factory. The UVO system is also a really nice feature. While the ride is a little stiff, it's definitely not horrible. Plus, the cornering is excellent!
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This is an excellent car to buy if you're a first-time buyer like I was. I absolutely love it! It has great room for everyone and awesome storage in the back.
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Before purchasing a Kia, it's important to check for any recalls, as there have been reports of certain models exploding without warning. However, if your recalls are up to date, this compact SUV offers great gas mileage and easy driving. The design is cute and sporty, and the vehicle is surprisingly roomy. While the steering may be a bit stiff for a small car and there may be some road noise, overall it's a great entry-level vehicle for a single driver or small family. If your family grows, you may want to consider purchasing a larger vehicle.
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The front seats could use more support and padding, especially for long trips, particularly if you have arthritis, fibromyalgia, or other physical pain. Additionally, it may be a bit challenging to get out of the seats after traveling for an extended period of time. However, apart from this issue, I absolutely love this SUV and highly recommend it. It is economical, sporty, awesome, and safe. I am not the only one who loves it; many others also adore it, as well as the larger KIA Sorento 4 cyl. AWD. KIA offers great value SUVs, and I am now a KIA fan and believer myself.
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Are you having problems with your 2013 Kia Sportage?
Winston Waters 2024-07-27
In 2012, I purchased a 2013 Kia Sportage LX after months of thorough research. However, shortly after the purchase, I encountered some issues with the engine sputtering when stopped and the navigation display screen going out randomly. Despite taking it to the dealer, the problems would never present themselves. Then in 2020, the engine started to tick and knock while driving on the freeway. I contacted Kia and they asked me to get a diagnostic test done at the dealership. The dealership suggested engine replacement, but Kia refused to fix it, citing that it was out of warranty. Even though Kia recalled the engine on my exact vehicle type, my specific vehicle vin# was not covered. Despite my efforts to resolve the issue through Kia, BBB, and Consumer Affairs, I was unable to find a solution. While I was disappointed with the outcome, I remain confident in my decision-making process and will continue to make informed purchases in the future.
Lee Hodkiewicz 2024-04-22
After conducting extensive research for approximately six months, I decided to purchase the 2013 Kia Sportage LX. I found this site to be the most helpful during my research. Although I loved my car, I did experience occasional engine misfires and display screen malfunctions. However, since these issues did not present themselves during service, they were overlooked. Despite this, last year my engine started making a knocking noise and the Kia dealership informed me that it needed to be replaced. When I inquired about the engine recall associated with the 2013 Kia Sportage, I was denied by Kia, even though my vehicle displayed the exact same issue as the recall on the exact same vehicle, same year, and model. Unfortunately, my VIN number was not listed as a vehicle affected by the recall. Even the Kia dealership could not understand why Kia refused to fix the vehicle. When I towed the vehicle home, the tow truck driver informed me that he tows a bunch of Kia's all the time for the exact same issue. It is disappointing that Kia does not stand by their product. As of 2023, I have still not received any compensation for the car I so diligently researched and purchased.