4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,500 miles

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1995 Kia Sportage exhaust system problems

exhaust system problem

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1995 Kia Sportage Owner Comments

problem #4

Mar 162006

Sportage 4WD 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 114,000 miles

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

: the contact stated while driving 35 mph the engine locked causing lose of power. There is a special campaign #011, regarding the catalytic converter. The vehicle has the same problems as indicated in the campaign; however it is not included in the campaign due to the VIN.

- Kenmore, WA, USA

problem #3

Aug 012001

Sportage 4WD

  • miles
I purchased this vehicle in 1997 and have replaced 4 catalytic converters in 5 years. There was a recall in 2000, and we replaced it the 4th time during my ownership. It is out again and I am getting from Kia customer service that I must pay for it. I think this part is seriously faulty for it to changed out so many times. Why do I have to pay for it and then have to go through this every year or so as long as I own the vehicle. I really would appreciate any help from you. Thank you, [xxx]. parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Mountain City, TN, USA

problem #2

Nov 091999

Sportage

  • miles
Contacted dealership about the exhaust system/catalytic converter. Took vehicle to dealership. After arriving, was informed that no parts were available. Would order parts & contact owner. So far no contact with dealership on catalytic converter.

- Long Beach, CA, USA

problem #1

Apr 041999

Sportage

  • miles
Consumer purchased vehicle in December 9., since then there has been raw odors and odors of fumes. She was told by mechanics that the catylac converter was gone.

- Tuson, AZ, USA

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