Consumer took vehicle to dealer who informed her there were no recalls, however consumer later found there was a recall, 99v325, dealer would not complete repairs due to vehicle not being purchased there. While driving, vehicle pulled in the left hand lane almost causing an accident, consumer states there was a clunking noise.
1999 Kia Sportage engine complaints
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Prior to recall notification, consumer noticed that engine light was on and the vehicle stalled for a few seconds, consumer was advised by dealership that she would have to pay $150.00 for a diagnostic test to find out what the problem was, consumer stated that vehicle was still under warranty and was under 3000 miles and did not understand why there was a fee involved, once consumer received the recall notification he then went back to have the necessary repairs performed, consumer states dealership did not get to vehicle until 4:00pm that evening in which vehicle was dropped off at 9:00am however vehicle was never worked on and subsequently vehicle was taken to another dealership to have recall repairs performed.
The driver side wiper arm broke off during a rainstorm. (attorney for client)
Periodically vehicle would shut down while it was in motion, causing consumer into an accident. Dealer has not duplicated defect, and was not able to provide remedy.
Need bigger engine. *ak (dot number: 0 tiresize: ??)
Many safety problems please help. Vehicle has stalled 4 times at highway speeds and the dealer says they cannot duplicate the problem somebody is going to be killed or seriously injured. 4 wheel drive inoperable during severe snowstorm. Blower motor for the heater has been replace twice now both times subzero weather. The starter was rewired once and then replace twice, every time vehicle was inoperable and had to be towed.catalytic convertor replaced once so far. Driver side wiper arm broke off at 55 MPH during rainstormspare tire release replaced two times now first time couldn't open it, second time it wouldn't shut. Water coming in from somewhere running along the bottom of the glove box dealer doesn't have time to look at it. Muffler assembly replaced as well as the battery after all the starter problems. I hpe somebody does something with these vehicles before some major tradgedies occur, I already saw at least one fatality on the complaint board while skimming over it. I have called the district manager several times only to be told I was the only one complaining about these safety issues and the last time I spoke with him he hung up on me. I have two small children and I am not sure how safe this vehicle really is
4-wheel drive does not always engage, both front hubs were replaced and pass operation cable adjusted, dealer claims the problems is fixed, however consumer states there is no difference once vehicle is repaired. Check engine light illuminated. Power window inoperable, dealer replaced window motor.
Oxygen sensor and air flow sensor failed. Nlm
No lights on dashboard came on .this is one time engine check light did not come on. Oil all over motor. Around area of dip stick.pressure from motor blew out dip stick has anyone else had to replace motor on these cars? Also have had brakes replaced 5 times. Wiper assembly replaced. Fourwheel drive hose replaced. Windsheild replaced. Emissons replaced. Rotors 5 times. Seats front and back 1 time each. Soft top replaced 3 times need replaced again.smells like sulfur all the time. Will never buy one again . First I have to pay 3000.00 for a new motor and pay this one off.asked for help from kia they said no.they will not replace motor. I bought extended warrenty . Don't buy it doesn't cover brakes or rotors or hubs.had headlight switch by motor replaced no headlights they would go off when I put them from high beam to low beam or low to high. Then they stopped working alltogether had to hold switch to see to get home.
After driving the kia for about one month, the vehicle began to emit a rotten egg smell, service manager explanation was that vehicle needed "breaking in", later owner was told that the smell was coming from using cheap fuel, vehicle would not turn on because of left over fuel in the combustion chamber, not sure why engine light came on and vehicle stalled.
The heat shield on my catalytic converter rusted off,the manifold cracked,the muffler rusted through within a year,the widshield wiper transmission broke and was replaced,while the kia sportage is engaged in 4wd it pops out into two wheel drive and causes the driver to lose control of the vehicle.this has happened to me numerous times this winter and the recalled parts have now failed again causing kia to put in manual hubs from 1997 into my 1999 SUV.I feel this is a danger to all who own a kia sportage and I have contacted a lawyer to look into possible litigation against kia.I have found a recall on a previouse modle from 1998 but the components seals are failing in the replacment parts hubs .thank in advance for your time and letting me inform you of this dangerouse situation...ed geisler.
Recall 99v325000 work was corrected. Since recall work was done engine check light illuminated on the dash. Consumer contacted the dealer. Dealer noted that recall problem has failed and wires went bad. Also, air bag light was illuminating on the dash. Please provide any further details.
I have sent the following e-mail both to kia and hyundai several times and have not received a response.I have a 1999 sportage convertible VIN # [xxx], after. No safety complaint. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The car stalls between 60 and 75 MPH. I lose 10 to 15 MPH and have almost been rear ended twice! No engine light comes on, warranty part replaced twice, dealership told me they didn't care if I died in the car!
#2 cylinder misfired causing the engine to stall while driving. Nlm
Oil pump malfunctioned ,causing engine to blow. Dealer has replaced the engine. Also, camshaft/pulley separated from vehicle, causing engine failure.
While driving vehicle would suddenly stall for no reason. Had no prior warning before incident happened. Had been to dealer twice for repairs, but stalling problem reoccurred.
Engine stalls randomly without warning, from a stop to normal freeway speeds. Took it in 5 times still have the problem. Shocks rattle with every bump just like a 15 year old car. Battery goes dead without warning. This is a dangerous car.
Recall 99v325 000/engine stalling: vehicle experiencing ongoing problem with stalling while driving, and will not restart. Vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Vehicle remained in dealer's shop at this time. Feel free to provide further details.
Vehicle sporadically jumps forward/ stalls out. Dealer has seen vehicle, and has not been able to solve problem.
Vehicle has been experiencing exhaust leakage problem. Vehicle has been at dealer's shop on five occasions, but problem continues to reoccur. Dealer informed consume r that nothing colud be done.
Vehicle has continued to stall after having recall 99v325000 repairs work done. Vehicle was just repaired again & stalled a few days later. Dealer doesn't know why problem can't be resolved. *ak
When driving at any speed vehicle will cut off and stall without prior warning,causing poor steering control. Consumer has contacted the dealer. Please provide any further details.
Automobile has been stalling ever since consumer has had the automobile. Mechanic keeps saying that they are fixing the problem, but it does not stop vehicle from stalling. Vehicle has been to dealer repeatedly for this problem as well as others (air flow wiring, air conditioning, oil leak, dome light, turn signal, thermostat) *ak
Fan belt failed. Nlm
I have a 1999 kia sportage which has a convertible top on the back part. When the inside air flow button is on it causes the top to flap so hard that the entire vehicle begins to shake. It also so cause such a vibration that it hurts your ears . But you donot always have to have the inside air flow on for this happen. When you get up to about 65 or 70 it will do it any way. There is know way you can travel at all with the inside air flow button in unless you want to go crazy. Plus the shaking of the vehicle is also a nightmare I do belive it could cause someone to lose control . I have contacted the dealer about it before they tried to act as if they did not know what the problem was. But today I took it in and they admited their had been other complaints. They are going to replace the top but I donot think the dealer even thinks this will work.
Exhaust system smells of amonia.
Was going across railroad tracks when vehicle stalled out. There was no prior warning. Stalling problem has happened several times before. Took vehicle to dealer and was informed nothing was wrong with vehicle. Also, would make a thumping noise when accelerator was depressed.
Consumer received recall notice concerning the engine stalling. Contacted the dealer. No available appointment until june 13, 2000. Please give and further details.
Received an appointment a week ago to repair engine stalling. But, dealer called to cancel appointment because no parts were available. It would be two months waiting before next appointment would be issued.
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