1999 Kia Sportage visibility problems

Filed Sep 10, 2007 · Visibility · 118,000 miles · MN

Loud noises from the A/C & heater under the glove boxes final conclusion the unit stopped blowing and makes a loud noises when switch.

Filed Dec 20, 2004 · Visibility · 117,000 miles · WA

Heater coil was replaced three times. The last time the vehicle broke down in the middle of the bridge. Vehicle was towed, and the heater coil was replaced.

Filed Jan 27, 2003 · Visibility · VA

Consumer complained about having problems with windshield. Also stated that there was a crack on windshield which she did not notice in the morning when she drove vehicle to work. Manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call.

Filed Jul 5, 2002 · Visibility · MA

Intermittent loss of electrical to heater-A/C,power windows,wipers.

Filed Apr 2, 2002 · Brakes, Electrical · WI

I purchased my kia sportage 4x4 brand new in july of 1999 since I day I drove it off the lot it has been a constant source of stress and frustration. Shortly after purchasing it the check engine light would continously come on and then the car would lurch and chug. Car was towed back to the dealership and it was kept there for apporoximately 2and a half weeks. It has also had problems where it wouldn't start due to corrosion on the starter clip . This has happened twice. I also had the windshield wipers stop working on the way home from work in a snow storm with my four year old son in the back. It also started making a loud rumbling noise that sounded like I was driving over speed bumps. This LED to them needing to replace the hubs, bearings, and axle shafts. Car only had approximately 33000 miles on it. At the same time I was told that the front brake pads and rotors were bad and needed to be replaced. This was at a cost of $400.00 to me. I have very strong safety concerns with this vehicle. I do not like having myself or my child in the vehicle for fear of what else is going to happen with it and will we survive to tell about it.

Filed Mar 5, 2002 · Body, Engine · CA

Consumer states that muffler is noisy, gas tank and fuel pump are being replaced.

Filed Aug 2, 2001 · Brakes, Electrical · IL

Consumer experiencing problems with tires, no other information was given.

Filed Apr 30, 2001 · Body, Electrical · NY

The driver side wiper arm broke off during a rainstorm. (attorney for client)

Filed Mar 8, 2001 · Transmission, Visibility · NH

While driving 65mph in rain driver's side windshield wiper stopped. Then, passenger's side windshield wiper stopped as well. Dealer found driver's side windshield wiper had broken. Replaced both windshield wipers. On january 10, 2001 while snowing, very same thing happened again. Had windshield wipers replaced again. While driving to dealer's lot driver's windshield wiper arm flew off. *ak the complete 4 wheel drive kit was replaced by the dealer but the 4 wheel drive did not engage resulting in bumping, grinding noise and no traction. The consumer stated that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. *yh 4 wheel drive was never in working order in vehicle, consumer put vehicle in 4 wheel drive and got stuck. There was a loud grinding sound. Light indicating this option was working had been on. Dealer found 4 wheel drive had not been working in vehicle since purchase. Dealer replaced 4 wheel drive. Now same problem with 4 wheel drive, same grinding sound back.

Filed Mar 5, 2001 · Steering, Visibility · FL

Windshield wipers work only intermittently. Dealer replaced motor and switch, but cannot remedy situation. *ak also the steering gear was leaking at oitman arm spline seal due to steering gear box failure.