2000 Kia Sportage: fuel pump failure

Filed Nov 10, 2011 · Brakes, Fuel system · 74,680 miles · MI

Some of the major problems include the following;fuel tank leak, heavy rust, frame rusted out. Took it to a kia dealership & was told I needed to have the fuel pump, tank&sensor replaced. Per the advisor at the kia dealership, my car did pass inspection in regards to the"extended warranty"on the fuel tank.I was charged approx.$800 for the repairs due to it being only 1 yr past the time for kia to cover the repair.I am under the mileage.the kia dealership gave me a list of additional repairs needed. One of them being"frame rusted out in rear requires immediate attention"they did no explain any of this to me! My car started to jerk&shake while slowly stepping on the brakes as I prepared to stop at a red light,it was difficult to bring the car to a complete stop:'( it made a loud noise as if something had fallen of my car. Per the mechanic that I had to get my car towed to, I need to find a good welder to repair all of this rust asap. He stated that this is very unsafe and this causes me to have no control of my car. The kia dealership sold me $800 worth of work while knowing/not telling me that my car was unsafe to drive:( who does that?! I have had so many problems with this car:( I didn't list all of them. From little things to major. I feel so unsafe driving it. I only wish that people truly cared & tried to picture how they would feel if this had happened to them or their family/friends. I am currently laid off and searching for work . I have been laid off 2x within the past 2 yrs, first time was right after I purchased my condo. I'm trying to tell myself to just breathe and keep the faith. It is going to be a much more difficult road to face now without a car:'( I tried to explain my situation,safety/concern issues and hardship to kia customer care, but they will not help with anything nor will the dealership. Toyota stepped up, what will it take for kia to??

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 Nov 16, 2009 · Fuel system · 95,000 miles · IN

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. She smelled an odor of gasoline coming from her vehicle. Upon further inspection she noticed a puddle of fuel outside of the fuel tank. She speculated that fuel was leaking from the fuel pump sending unit. She contacted the dealer, but because they will charge a diagnostic fee ,the vehicle will not be inspected. The failure mileage was 95,000.

Filed Dec 29, 2008 · Fuel system · 96,950 miles · TN

Dangerous fuel leak close to exhaust pipe and harmful fumes being leaked into passenger cabin via fuel pump door under rear seat. Extensive external fuel tank corrosion. Corrosion unwarranted, dangerous, and costly to repair. Major highway and urban danger if not fixed properly. Fuel tank, fuel pump, and fuel lines in need of investigation and prompt recall.

Filed Nov 9, 2008 · Fuel system · 120,000 miles · IN

My complaint is that we have been smelling a strong odor of gas in our kia spoartage we took it in to a shop and found out that the fuel pump is no good and needs replace that a hose broke on it and then to find out that the tank is so rusted it cant hold the new one on the car is only 8 yrs old I think this is unreal that only 8 yrs old and we have to replace the whole system this is just unheard of anything you can provide me with would help.

Filed Jun 6, 2008 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · OH

My complaint is about the kia leaking fuel. I received a letter from kia about the fuel tank rusting out in states where salt is used on the roads. The rust is more on the top of the fuel tank not the bottom. From people I've spoken with, that's where it leaks from and corrodes the top not the bottom. Kia will only replace if the corrosion is on the bottom of the gas tank. The whole fuel pump and tank need to be replaced. The maintenance people I've spoken to have said I'm luck the car hasn't blown up. There needs to be a recall to replace the gas tank.

Filed Dec 31, 2007 · Fuel system · 112,000 miles · OH

Gas leak from the top of my gas tank where the sending unit is attached. Both the tank and sending unit (with fuel pump) needed replaced. 2000 kia sportage.

Filed Dec 31, 2007 · Fuel system · 62,495 miles · IL

Vehicle gas tank was leaking fuel, probably for quite some time before it became visually apparent. I could see gasoline dripping on the pavement in my parking spot at work. The kia dealer told me the gas tank had rusted through on the bottom, and would have to be replaced. The bottom of the gas tank holder has holes in it for ventilation. These holes allow road debris to lodge between the holder and the tank, eventually causing the corrosion. Dealer also told me the fuel pump and sensor would have to be replaced, before they even dropped the tank. Dealer told me the although there had been some complaints about this issue, there was no recall and I would be responsible for all charges.

Filed Nov 28, 2007 · Fuel system · 55,106 miles · PA

Replaced leaking fuel tank, fuel pump and sensor on 2000 kia sportage with 55,106 miles on the vehicle. We are second owners.

Filed Nov 3, 2007 · Fuel system · 112,522 miles · MA

Fuel pump mounting plate and gas tank leaking fuel.

Filed Sep 20, 2007 · Fuel system · 62,495 miles · IL

I own a 2000 kia sportage, the gas tank was leaking from the bottom of the tank. I took it to the dealer, and they told me that the tank rusted out on the bottom, needed to be replaced, and the fuel pump and fuel sensor unit also need replacement. Dealer was aware of this problem, but said there was no recall so I was responsible for the cost of repairs.

Filed Aug 7, 2007 · Fuel system · 110,000 miles · NY

While driving my 2000 kia sportage I started smelling gas I pulled over and looked under the vehicle and found gas leaking I had a mechanic look at it and he informed me gas was coming out of the top of my gas tank by where the fuel pump and gas gauge wiring goes in. I then went on the internet to see if there was any reported problems with this and found there was a recall from kia for the same reason. I the contacted a kia dealer in my area to get it fixed and he told me that the recall doesn't pertain to my vehicle and he but me in touch with kia consumer affairs and the next day (today) they told me that my sportage is not covered by the recall and I'm going to have to pay out of pocket for the repair. Is there anything you people can do or I'm I or someone else going to have to die in this vehicle to make them honor their screw up. Thank you in advance for your help. If need be I'll go to the press with this problem.