4.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
30,000 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.

So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.

1997 Kia Sportage engine problems

engine problem

Find something helpful? Spread the word.
Get notified about new defects, investigations, recalls & lawsuits for the 1997 Kia Sportage:

Unsubscribe any time. We don't sell/share your email.

1997 Kia Sportage Owner Comments

problem #2

Oct 282004

Sportage 4WD 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 60,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The SRS air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The cruise control failed to come on its own. The clock spring needed to be replaced. The air bag light had been on for a year. The consumer was informed that the front seat belts needed to be replaced.

- Sumner, WA, USA

problem #1

Mar 141999

Sportage 4WD

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Engine check light kept coming on. Idle stays high at stop lights or stop signs. Has been happening at least 3 times a week. Took to dealer & was informed problem caused by going over bumps, but would repair problem. Picked vehicle up & light came back on again.

- Tomalas, CA, USA

Not what you are looking for?