Dt*: the contact stated while driving 35 MPH the engine locked causing lose of power. There is a special campaign #011, regarding the catalytic converter. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the campaign; however it is not included in the campaign due to the VIN.
The worst 1995 Kia Sportage problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Engine14
- Seat belts11
- Electrical8
- Visibility7
- Body6
- Brakes6
- Suspension6
- Steering5
- Locks4
- Transmission4
- Acceleration3
- Fuel system3
- Tires2
- Airbags1
- Lights1
- Seats1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Kia Sportage
Recalls 2
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the safety belt buckle may "false latch" and expose the driver to unrestrained movement during a crash.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- Remedy
- Owner notification began december 20, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 02V216000 · Recall details
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- The nuts attaching the rear axle bearing oil seal retainers and brake backing plates to the rear axle housing may be under- torqued causing these units to loosen or fall off.
- Risk
- This condition can cause (1) oil leakage into the rear brake and onto the brake linings; (2) rear brake damage from the axle nutsfalling into the rear brake drums; or (3) separation of the rear wheel/axleshaft from the vehicle resulting in an increased potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and retorque the rear axle bearing oil seal retainer nuts.
Recall number 95V073000 · Recall details
See all 2 recalls for the 1995 Kia Sportage
Defect investigations
Safety belt buckle malfunction
By letter dated august 25, 2002, kia advised the federal safety agency that the subject vehicles will be recalled.specific corrective action to be taken by kia has not been reported to the federal safety agency at this time.the safety recall program has been assigned campaign no. 02v‑216.
PE02051
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Kia Sportage 8
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Pitstop - engine component re-use guidelines
- Mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware
- Mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware
- Kia: all models. article provides information relating to the improved durability of bulb life for rear...
- Fuel pump relays & emissions failures
- Recall campaign 027 to replace front seat belt buckles
- This bulletin provided information related to recall campaign 027 to replace the front seat belt buckles
- Subject regarding steering knuckle replacement
1995 Kia Sportage fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | RWD | 17 | 21 | 19 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 16-18 | 20-22 | 18-19 |
What 1995 Kia Sportage owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Vehicle stalled. It died in traffic everyday. Consumer stated he was afraid of being involved in a collision.
While driving left rear wheel came off. Axle bearing oil seal retaining nut was missing.
Consumer states while crossing a bridge the rear axle and tire flew off, consumer was able to keep control and come to a stop. Towed to a mechanic, and mechanic stated that the differentral needs replacing. Please provide any further information. Mr
While driving 45mph fumes come through the vents.
Driver's seat belt has always had problems "connecting" properly. Often will detach while driving unless it is properly "seated" after several attempts.
I purchased this vehicle in 1997 and have replaced 4 catalytic converters in 5 years. There was a recall in 2000, and we replaced it the 4th time during my ownership. It is out again and I am getting from kia customer service that I must pay for it. I think this part is seriously faulty for it to changed out so many times. Why do I have to pay for it and then have to go through this every year or so as long as I own the vehicle. I really would appreciate any help from you. Thank you, [xxx]. *ak parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Seat belts sometimes latch partially. A belt seems to have latched, but pops loose later. We replaced the fron-left seat belt twice, I believe, in 1998, due to this problem. Now both the front-lef and front-right belts have been having this problem. An employee of the kia dealer sunbury motors, sunbury, pa (ron, night shift) verified the problem and applied a lubricant. He suggested that we report the problem at this web site and said he would mention it to the manufacturer. The partial latch does not seem to happen any more after lubrication. We have ordered two new seat belts anyway.
Car has stalled in major intersections 6 times now and returned to dealer 4 times. The dealer is unable to find a problem. Occupant of vehicle narrowly missed a major collision twice. The car stalls but electrical power still there.
Vehicle lost 4wd, got stuck and cracked body molding, response from dealer was to replace front end components,second occurrence while traveling in snow storm, lost control of vehicle hit tree embankment, when pulled out consumer realized 4wd had gone out, dealer resonse was to bad vacuum seals, third occurrence lost 4wd due to vacuum line being rusted, and fourth occurrence lost 4wd and dealer replace front end components.
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Questions about the 1995 Kia Sportage
Is the 1995 Kia Sportage reliable?
Owners have filed 56 complaints about the 1995 Kia Sportage, fewer than a typical Sportage model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Kia Sportage?
Engine and cooling, with 14 complaints. Next is seat belts (11).
How many recalls does the 1995 Kia Sportage have?
2 recalls, covering seat belts and suspension.
What year does the Kia Sportage have bad engine?
The Kia Sportage model years with the most engine complaints are 2012 (330 complaints), 2013 (313 complaints) and 2017 (230 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Kia Sportage get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Kia Sportage range from 18 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 17 city and 21 highway.
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