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2014 Kia Sportage brakes problems

24 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints
24
of this car's complaints
19%
crashes
0
recalls
1

Which part fails

  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
    1
  • Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Kia Sportage brakes problems in other years

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Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleReported February 2, 2022 · 126,747 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
Risk
An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse for the HECU circuit board, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 22, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1‑800‑333‑4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC227.

Recall number 22V051000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Hyundai and Kia ABS Module FiresOpened November 17, 2023, still open

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V‑520, 20V‑543, 21V‑161, 21V‑160, 21V‑303, 22V‑056, 22V‑810, and 23V‑651. Kia recalls 16V‑815, 20V‑518, 20V‑519, 21V‑137, 21V‑331, 22V‑051, 22V‑800, and 23V‑652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

AQ23002

What 2014 Kia Sportage owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 1, 2023 · Brakes, Engine · FL

Brakes keep squealing and as of a result of previous recall service my engine drink oil fast and not to mention the oil pan gasket is leaking oil. The engine smoke and have a burning smell that seep inside the car vents.

Filed Sep 11, 2023 · Brakes · 121,062 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, added pressure and pumping of the brake pedal was needed to slow and eventually stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was currently awaiting diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 121,062.

Filed Jul 20, 2023 · Acceleration, Brakes · MI

My car won’t go up to speed and it keeps throwing out it’s the turbo boost sensor not only that I almost crashed when I pushed on the brakes a little bit

Filed Feb 28, 2023 · Brakes · MD

The contact’s mother owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that upon acceleration, the vehicle failed to properly respond. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The contact then stated that she was informed by the dealer of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the recall could not be honored, and no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Sep 20, 2022 · Brakes · IL

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and also confirmed the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Sep 20, 2022 · Brakes · IL

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and also confirmed the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Sep 2, 2022 · Brakes · OR

The contact's son owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact's son received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact's son had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Aug 11, 2022 · Brakes · VA

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time as the recall notice was received over a year ago. The dealer and manufacturer were contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The contact had not experienced a failure.

Filed Aug 8, 2022 · Brakes · NY

The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Aug 8, 2022 · Brakes · WI

2014 kia sportage. Consumer writes in regard to the federal safety agency safety recall 22v051. The consumer stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time completing the recall repair. The parts were not yet available.

Questions about the 2014 Kia Sportage brakes

Does the 2014 Kia Sportage have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 24 complaints about the brakes of the 2014 Kia Sportage, 19% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2014 Kia Sportage brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2014 Kia Sportage brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 22V051000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Kia Sportage have bad brakes?

The Kia Sportage model years with the most brakes complaints are 1998 (71 complaints), 2000 (54 complaints) and 1999 (44 complaints).

Other 2014 Kia Sportage problems

Engine 75Electrical 8Fuel system 8Visibility 7Acceleration 4Transmission 4Airbags 3Body 3Suspension 3Driver assistance 1Tires 1

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