2000 Kia Sportage: fuel leak

Filed Apr 6, 2020 · Fuel system · TX

Fuel tank leaking gas I believe the fuel tank is no good anymore I purchase a vehicle fill up the tank and start to leak gas I thought it was a gasket so gasket was placed and it's still leaking

Filed May 12, 2017 · Fuel system · 133,000 miles · AK

Noticed a strong gas smell, looked under car and noticed gas dripping from under car. Upon further looking I noticed the gas tank protective plate is rotting out which makes me believe the gas tank is too.

Filed Aug 14, 2014 · Fuel system · 141,500 miles · OH

Gas tank is leaking gasoline.

Filed Jul 22, 2014 · Fuel system · 123,041 miles · VA

Fuel tank/pan rusted out. Strong gas odor. Recall found online. Neither dealer nor kia would acknowledge. Receiving numerous misfire messages and have changed plugs, coils, and wires. Misfire code states fuel/air ratio is wrong. There is no hiss when opening gas cap and no pressure registering from tank. Safety and fire issue. Was warned not to drive until fixed due to gas leakage. Very upset at kia for telling me that recall did not apply to my 2000 sportage, however she stated it was for 1996-2002 sportages. Was informed I could pay $92/hour for it to be inspected but I would be responsible for all charges. Very disturbing, especially since it is vehicle used to transport my family and now I no longer feel safe.

Filed Aug 30, 2012 · Fuel system · 101,835 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. The contact stated that the fuel tank was corroded causing a fuel leak . The contact mentioned that fuel fumes were emitted around the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who verified that the fuel tank was in fact corroded and caused the fuel leak. As a result, the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The failure mileage was 101,835.

Filed Jul 13, 2012 · Fuel system · 100,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. While parked, the contact noticed an overpowering fuel smell. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed a fuel leak coming from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The technician stated that the fuel tank would have to be replaced due to corrosion. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available.the approximate failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Jun 25, 2012 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · KY

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. The contact stated that he was notified by a concerned citizen that his vehicle was leaking fuel. The contact examined the vehicle and noticed that there was a puddle of fuel underneath. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis, but was informed that the failure was not a defect and that the vehicle was just old. The vehicle was not able to be parked on rental property due to the hazard and potential for a fire. The fuel fumes also made the driver feel dizzy, contributing to unsafe driving. The failure and current mileages were 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Sep 12, 2011 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. The contact smelled a gasoline odor and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic advised her that there were holes in her fuel tank and that it needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was approximately 130,000. Updated 10/19/11 *bf the consumer stated the fuel pump is leaking gas. The consumer found a recall for the exact problem. However, after having the vehicle for several hours, the dealer informed the consumer he was over the mileage or warranty for a free repair. Updated 11/04/11.

Filed May 17, 2011 · Fuel system · 108,000 miles · IN

Gas tank leaking gas

Filed Jan 2, 2011 · Fuel system · 85,520 miles · KY

2000 kia sportage notice gas fumes, gas leaking and under seat the top plate is letting out raw gas fumes to make you sick. I did research an seen a recall sc059 my care is doing the same thing called kia customer service she gave me a case number gave me the phone number to the kia dealer she said couldn't drive car have it towed, have jake sweeny to diagnose if this is doing the same problems the old recall did for them to call her and she would ask her dist mgr to let this car be fix. My brother is handicapped and he called the dealer and he ask for the VIN number and said there was no recall. We know there is not one at this moment but for him to look at this car because of it causing a life threatening problem. I have case number from kia just need to get the dealer to look at the car the fumes are making him sick and now the chance of the care blowing up. Please help asap. Mileage on car 85,520 I think kia needs to fix all these cars I have looked on the web and there are other people having the same problem I believe there are more VIN numbers out there with this same problem that kia is overlooking until someone gets hurt. Thank you please investigate and issue a new recall or reopen the old one. Thank you

Filed Oct 18, 2010 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · WI

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. The contact stated that she noticed that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. The manufacturer had not been notified. The current mileage was 85,585. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Filed Sep 29, 2010 · Fuel system · VA

2000 kia sportage, gas tank is corrosive and gas is leaking from tank. There was a slight hole that the previous owner tried to repair with some type of sealant.