10.0
really awful- Typical Repair Cost:
- No data
- Average Mileage:
- 115,000 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 1 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- replace hubs (1 reports)
wheels / hubs problem
Helpful websites
- 4x4Wire's TrailTalk Forum: READ FIRST IF YOUR 4WD DOES NOT WORK - This is the main source I'm using that best describes my problem. I have come across many similar ones too that say the same thing.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
Due to poor design, the front hubs become corroded and do not lock when 4wd is selected. Due to this problem the sportage becomes a very large paperweight when it snows! I live in the city and have gotten stuck on multiple occasions (a few times at the curb in front of my house!). Luckily, this car is very light and can easily be pushed by others to unstick. My family mechanic has replaced the air tubing that engages the hubs and we can see all other parts moving, but without the front wheels locking the car is only capable of 2wd. Replacement automatic hubs exceed the value of the car and manual locking hubs cost half that.
- Adeline B., Mishawaka, IN, US