2000 Kia Sportage: check engine light

Filed Nov 2, 2006 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

Rotors were bad upon purchase, dealer replaced them for free only because the service rep. Knew my deceased husband. I was driving on the freeway at a speed of about 65 MPH, when the truck died at 87,000 miles. I was almost hit several times. The timing belt broke-something that was replaced a couple months prior by the dealer. My water pump and pulleys and belt were replaced for about 700 dollars less then dealer originally charged me. The dealer since has repaid for their incorrect belt size--belt was incorrect for my truck. Dealer installed struts broke after about 25 miles of usage--dealer claimed that I drove my truck over speed bumps rough--hahaha. Than, I guess is such a bad ca smog law, the check engine light for 2 years plus still will not go off. I passed all emissions for my smog check, but the check engine light keeps failing me. I had the heat plate removed and the exhaust manifold was cracked and it froze my upper o2 sensor--repair done by personal mechanic with parts that I purchased online for about 1/3 the price of the dealer parts and work done. Ok, I thought the light would come off..it didn't. I have to change the other o2 sensor. Also my brake sensor for ABS brakes--that I don't have--went out and now I have to override the system with an ice-pick. You would think that would be a problem but it isn't. The failure of the brake sensor causes not only for the gear box to lock, it is also responsible for the turn signals--they are on the same fuse system. My truck has about 135k miles and for the most part runs great, just minor issues that my personal mechanic has fixed and repaired for free because my truck is a test truck for the other kia's that come in for work and the dealer can or will not trouble shoot. Oh and get this, I take the truck in for the seat-belt replacement during the recall, dealer told me that I have to pay for the work and the parts are free. That was not part of the paperwork I got in the mail.

Filed Oct 6, 2005 · Engine, Fuel system · 44,615 miles · NY

Consumer's vehicle has a rusted gas tank and a bad fuel pump. *ts the vehicle was taken to the dealer but the manager stated that toyota no longer does repair on kia vehicle. The oil pan rusted causing an oil leak. Oil leaked from the speed sensor and oil seal. The 4 wheel drive was inoperative due to an outdated hub kit. The vehicle's check engine light illuminated. The technician found that the #3 cylinder was misfiring. *nm phone interview update (oct 31, 2005): the repair shop personnel (dave @ thetford's auto center @ 607‑433‑0319) indicated that the tank was rusted and was leaking from the seam. In addition, the fuel supply or return line was rotted at the fuel tank connection; fuel was leaking whe the fuel pump was turned on.

Filed Apr 6, 2005 · Engine, Fuel system · DC

Problems with windows icing up during the cold seasons on 2000 kia sportage.*mr an air leak caused the windows to ice shut. The engine had multiple problems which caused the check engine light to illuminate. The dealer replaced several components but the problem recurred. The fuel tank, sender unit and pressure sensor had to be replaced.

Filed Jul 29, 2003 · Airbags · 6,738 miles · IL

I am not sure if you can help me but I feel that I need to vent in reference to kia. I purchased a 2000 kia sportage in november of 1999. At that time the warranty was 3 years or 36000 miles which ever came first. I seriously thought that I purchase the extended warranty but they are saying I didn't. My care only has 30050 miles. The issue is that since I purchased this car I have had in their service shop at least once a year for several problems. Now it is back in for the third time for two problems that they claim had been fixed two times prior. I have a steering wheel airbag that keeps disappearing which causes a problem for me when I need to honk the horn and the check engine light keeps coming on. Now the 3 years have pasted, not the 36000 miles but they will not fix these problems without me paying for it upfront because the warranty has expired. I just feel that they should honor the 36000 not the 3 year it is not like this is a new problem. I would have understood if I never brought the car in before for these problems but this is supposedly a new car and it has already been in twice for the same problems. Is there anything that protects the consumer from this kind of treatment or is there anything I can do other than trading it in for a better car? Please your response would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, patti tomasino 2318 sundrop drive glenview, il 60025 847‑913‑2126 cell 847‑486‑1979 home .

Filed May 1, 2002 · Body, Fuel system · CA

The vehicle would not start due to egr and fuel pump relay failures,dealer replaced, also the vehicle stalled while the consumer was driving at 60 MPH, the check engine light came on and stayed on due to maf circuit range problem

Filed Dec 15, 2001 · Engine, Transmission · CO

Consumer complains of engine stalling and service engine light illumination, manufacturer has been contacted.

Filed Nov 30, 2000 · Engine, Fuel system · WA

Car has lost power in 1st and 2nd gears, engine light comes on, car smokes, replaced two 02 sensors, tapping noise under hood when start engine, car would not start, once started had gas smell, and blew smoke out exhaust

Filed Nov 13, 2000 · Fuel system · FL

Was driving along...stopped at a traffic light ..engine light came on ..kept flashing on and off.at this time I could smell something very hot and stinking..(not antifreeze)..I proceeded to pull the vehicle off the road barely had enough power to move it out of traffic...running very very rough at this time .