Kia Sportage tire blowout problems

Filed Jul 27, 2026 · Tires · 3,900 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2026 Kia Sportage equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Crugen HP71, Tire Size: 235/60/R18, DOT Number: 1K2CMYA8E . While the contact’s daughter was driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle suddenly started shaking violently and vibrated abnormally, causing the driver to almost lose control of the steering wheel. The driver regained control of the steering wheel and parked the vehicle. The Police and a towing service was called to the scene. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the front passenger’s side tire had tread separation at the center of the tire, causing the center rim of the wheel to be exposed and caused damages to the wheel well and fender. The vehicle was later towed to the residence. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle manufacturer and rental car company were notified of the failure. The tire manufacturer was not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 3,900.

Filed Jul 10, 2026 · Tires · FL

COMPONENTS FAILED & EVIDENCE: 4 dry-rotted Kumho Crugen Premium tires, size 225/60R17, DOT 272A YANH 1319. Replaced due to hazard. High-definition photo proof of the severe dry rot defects, deep tread cracking, and the 2019 date stamps discovered upon removal is fully preserved and available.SAFETY RISK & CONCEALMENT: Operating on 7-year-old structurally compromised rubber posed a severe blowout liability on the highway. At delivery, 3 of the 4 tires were mounted inside-out. This reversed mounting placed the worst dry rot cracking and the 4-digit date code (1319, meaning March 2019 manufacture) on the inner undercarriage, actively obscuring a critical safety defect and the expiration date from a standard consumer visual inspection.NEGLIGENT INSPECTION HISTORY: The dealer had physical possession of this vehicle twice: first for pre-sale certification, and second for post-sale service. Prior to the second release, the consumer explicitly texted instructions to ensure the vehicle was completely safe with no issues. The service bay subsequently texted back confirming they performed a "once over" and verified "no issues." The dealer twice failed its duty of care, ignored a critical hazard, and falsely certified road-readiness. Corporate legal has been notified and is stonewalling.DISCOVERY & SEVERE SYMPTOMS: Failure was discovered only after a nail punctured the rear passenger tire, prompting a close inspection of all four wheels. Two weeks prior, all 4 tires simultaneously dropped to half-capacity air pressure. This simultaneous deflation indicates the extensive dry rot completely compromised the rubber compound's structural integrity and ability to hold air pressure, creating a progressive failure condition. ALL 4 TIRES WERE SEVERELY DRYROT.

Filed Aug 12, 2025 · Tires · 20,000 miles · NH

The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sportage equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Crugen KL33 Blackwall, Tire Size: 225/55/R18, and DOT Number: 27LZYANH1921. The contact stated while driving 25-30 MPH, the vehicle shuddered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the front passenger's side tire had a low tread depth, cracks on the side wall, and was dry rotted. The dealer replaced the front passenger's side tire at approximately 20,000 miles. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure recurred, while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the rear passenger's side tire had a low tread depth, cracks on the side wall, and was dry rotted. The dealer replaced the rear passenger's side tire at approximately 20,400 miles. The tires were the original equipment. The manufacturer was called but was unreachable. The vehicle and tire failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

Filed Feb 27, 2025 · Engine · PA

Kia when producing the engine left metal shavings that they didn't blow out. This lead them to put a KSDS sensor in. The sensor just let's you know of a catastrophic engine failure. It did not fix the problem. This is leading to engine failures and kia finding loop holes to not replace them. This is kia neglect not the consumer. They are finding ways to blame the consumer for maintenance records to deny an engine replacement.

Filed Mar 17, 2023 · Engine · 106,188 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side tire had a blowout. The contact pulled over and replaced the tire with a spare. The contact continued to drive, but the vehicle was shaking. The contact pulled over, and a tow truck arrived on the scene. The tow truck driver restarted the vehicle, and a loud sound was heard. A piece of the engine had detached. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V224000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 106,188.

Filed Jun 28, 2020 · 67,000 miles · MA

I was driving on then highway and my panoramic sunroof exploded. At first, I heard a loud 'bang' and I was immediately tense...I thought I got rear ended, then maybe my tire blew out?! I proceeded to hear the tinkling and shattering of glass. I pulled over once I realized it was the sunroof. The sunroof was not open, so thankfully the glass did not fall in on me. There was no rock or any object that I could see would have caused this. I was alone. I wasn't hurt. No one stopped. I then drove it straight to the dealership. They put a cover on it and told me to call my insurance. It is currently at a body shop.

Filed Apr 12, 2017 · Visibility · 43,500 miles · CA

While backing my 2014 kia sportage out of my garage, I heard a loud noise. It almost sounded like a tire blowout. Upon inspection, all 4 tires were fine. The entire front separate portion of the panoramic sunroof had exploded / shattered.

Filed Oct 13, 2009 · Tires · 39,900 miles · AZ

Tire failure. Total tread separation. Traveling 65mph on a clear, straight state highway I heard a loud band and almost lost control. The right rear tire blew and the tread separated entirely, I was able to recover the entire piece of tread from the roadway. The tire had only 12,000 on it and 10 days earlier the tires were rotated and pressure checked. Riken raptor dot# y94cynro.

Filed Jul 17, 2009 · Tires · 192,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 kia sportage. The vehicle has cooper trendsetter se tires, size p 20575r15 (na). While driving 60 MPH, the contact heard a loud sound inside of the vehicle. He pulled the vehicle over, but when he drove off for a few miles, he heard a slapping sound coming from the rear driver's side tire. The contact pulled into a parking lot and noticed major tread separation; however, there was still air inside of the tire. The failure cracked the rear bumper, the rear driver's side lens, and the bulb. He emailed the manufacturer, but has not received a response. The current and failure mileages were 192,000.

Filed Nov 10, 2008 · Electrical, Engine · 86,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 kia sportage. Since purchasing the vehicle, the contact has paid for numerous repairs. Before driving the vehicle off the lot, she noticed a large puddle of oil underneath the vehicle. The dealer repaired the failure. The following week, while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle began to shake severely. The dealer rotated the tires, but the shaking persisted. Thirdly, a tire blew out and had to be changed. In addition, the vehicle began leaking transmission fluid and a new transmission line was installed. Lastly, the windshield wiper motor stopped working and the entire driver's side glass caved in on the contact, but did not break. There were no injuries. Currently, the glass will not roll up or down. The failure mileage was 86,000. Updated 1/5/09 *cn the gas tank was falling apart. A shield was needed to rectify the problem. The drivers window was inoperative. The radiator was leaking. The vehicle was out of alignment. The vehicle would not start. The consumer discovered the cable had melted. Updated 01/09/09