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 The 4 wheel drive was inoperative due to an outdated hub kit.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.
2000 Kia Sportage engine complaints
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Heat shield broke away, muffler affected and needs replacement due to heat shield. I contacted the kia dealership in reno, nv and the attendant stated my car is no longer under warranty. I informed him of my car, daughter's and friends vehicles all having heat shield/muffler issue. I asked who I should inform of the possible assembly line issue? He stated "the dealership". My daughter has a 2002 kia sportage and a friend has a 2002 kia sportage (all 4x4). Within 5 months all three vehicles have had the identicle failure. Am concerned the muffler and/or heat shield can harm occupants in or out of vehicle, especially on highway while traveling in the event any parts should drop off.
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.
I own a 2000 kia sportage ex that has repeatedly stalled when coming to a stop or when slowing to make a turn. This has resulted in my being stopped in the middle of busy intersections/part of the way across a road, desperately trying to restart my car before being hit. It has also lost power while on the interstate, dropping from 65mph with no warning. If I do not get off the highway immediately I risk losing total power. I have taken the car to the kia dealership in durham,nc multiple times. They can not identify the problem on their computers. Independent mechanics have been unable to identify the problem. I have had all recommended maintenance done on this car.
The consumer had multiples problems with this vehicle. While driving, the vehicle stalled. The consumer tried to restart the vehicle but was unable to do so. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. *jb the mechanic has replaced sensors brake pads and rotors. The consumer informed the mechanic this problem still occurred more than once and has not been resolved. Please fill in additional information.
While driving vehicle stalled. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle. Consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic replaced the catalytic converter. Consumer informed the mechanic that this problem occurred more than once and had not been resolved.
Kia has had a large number of fan failures that cause loss of engine in heavy traffic. The fan totally came apart and did a lot of dammage to the engine on the turnpike in bumper to bumper traffic at the speed limit and there was no place to pull off for safety. Kia is aware of this problem and has been keeping it quiet to the public. The small dealership near me has had 5 cases alone so far this year.
When applying gas pedal vehicle does not accelerate. Dealer states oil and gas mixed, causing the failure.
Engine fan has a gap causing vehicle to stall out. Dealer notified.
When starting vehicle is started, cranks up. On the other hand, when vehicle pulls off it cuts off. Dealership has service the vehicle several times, but problem still exist.
Consumer states that while driving at 35mph and with no warning vehicle will stall ,and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified.
While driving 55 MPH the vehicles muffler/tail pipe fell off without warning. The fuel line failed and the consumer had the timing belt replaced but the vehicle continued to make noise. *ak
Consumer states while driving at highway speed vehicle stalled. Please provide any additional.
My 2002 kia started leaking transmission fluid, I went to kias repair shop four different times in three different states and the problem still exists. After the fourth time of being in the shop the one dealership told me that I have a bent or dented drive shaft, even though I have only had the vehicle for six months. And I have never hit anything, taken the vehicle off road or ran over anything to dent or bend this drive shaft. The dealership notified me this was an impact problem and that it is not covered under warranty and that I would have to replace the drive shaft at a cost of approximately. $800. I just bought the car six months. Ago and I don't feel I should be liable for damages that were not caused by myself. My doors also lock by themselves repeatedly and all four dealers said they fixed the problem but they still lock by themselves. The engine runs like the car is about seven or eight years old.
Auto surges and accelerates while traveling highway speeds. Have had several close calls / near accidents. Dealer "cannot duplicate" and therefore will not do anything. Manufacturer has been contacted and said there is nothing they can do "nothing to fix - if dealer can not duplicate". Have brought in to dealer 2 times. What happens when this causes an accident/injury/ or worse? How can they duplicate it then? Please note have had other failures-cooling fan fell off and ruptured radiator, 4 wheel drive has failed several times.
Exhaust leaks at gasket, wires shorting in harness to alternator both fixed under warranty.
Exhaust heatshield, silencer and tailpipe rotted. Replaced under warranty.
Snow became lodged in the fan which stopped it from turning and it also caused the condenser to burn. *jb scc
My radiator continually leaks, when I brought to nearest dealer they said it was out of warrantee even though it has 5yr/60k on power train and because I was not a customer on good faith they would not replace it (pride dealership, no. Attleboro, ma. -service mgr. Richard): when I called kia - they said they would not cover the radiator even with 40k miles limited warrantee on radiator-no matter what they would consider replacing because I use an independant service person, my husband, he explained in detail. The problem but they told him they was not one else to talk to and it was to bad, they would not do anything at all no matter what. I can not go on long distance because it leaks when I use the heat/defrost/AC, or when the temp. Goes up at all. I have used 2 antifreeze containers. The lower leaks and it is getting harder to get the car out of gear and the car is pulling and buking before getting into gear. I hope you can help with this situation. Thank you. Dt
Vehicle will shut down and will not restart due to lost of power. The dealership is aware of the problem. Ts
Engine stalls in traffic and loses power.took to dealer, hey cleaned engine, and problem reoccurred.*ak consumer stated the brakes were replaced after 2 months of owning vehicle, 2 oxygen sensors sensors were replaced, the thermostat was replaced, defroster was defective, the exhaust systems was replaced, and the windshield wiper flew off.
Consumer stated the four wheel drive failed twice.
Vehicle was going 45-50mph and heard a clunking noise. Vehicle started overheating and stalled. Beneath the hood coooling fan broke away from housing and was wedged between a fitted space to keep from falling to the ground. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.
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Vehicle stalls intermittently at any speed. Dealer cannot find cause of problem.
Consumer complains of engine stalling and service engine light illumination, manufacturer has been contacted.
While driving, vehicle stalled and consumer had to have it towed to dealership, dealer stated they could not find any problems with vehicle, however, it continues to hesitate every time when coming to a stop and dealer can not remedy the problem.
Had to have rotors and pads replaced for 2nd time in 23000 miles. While brake job was being performed they found out that both bearing seals were completlely gone. Removed tires and hubs to find hubs completely contaminated with corrosion. Right front wheel was about to fall off. 4-wheel drive was also inoperative. Replaced both hus to include both rubber vacuum lines, four wheel solenoid and vacuum canister because of contamination. Car drove fine for 3 days , now it has a loud squeel and front end vibration when applying brakes at a normal breaking speed of around 45 MPH. Service dept. Could not duplicate problem....I will be returning vehicle back for further service immediately. There is now a groove in left front rotor after only about 400 miles of wear.
When starting vehicle, it runs rough and almost stalls. When driving vehicle, it hesitates and bucks, has total loss of power in 1st and 2nd gear. This problem does not happen all the time, but does happen frequently. Has been to the dealership and they cannot locate problem. Car has lost power several times while entering traffic causing a potential accident.
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
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