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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN KNDJF724997634939 · Checked Aug 27, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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KNDJF724997•••••• 2009 Kia SPORTAGE

This build draws 2.0× more complaints than the average 2009 Kia SPORTAGE build (5 vs 3).

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73on the model
29builds in total
Most reported Air Bags 3 Electrical System 2 Steering 1

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Electrical System Jul 2018
The clock spring is not working which deactivates the air bag system and horn. This is an extremely dangerous condition. This should result in a recall immediately
Air Bags Jul 2018
At approximately 40,000 miles the clock spring malfunctioned disabling the air bags and horn
Steering Mar 2018
The contact owns a 2009 kia sportage. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The contact was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the clock spring needed to be…
Unknown Or Other Nov 2016
2000 kia sportage recall - hydraulic electronic control unit
Electrical System Dec 2016
The contact owns a 2009 kia sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V815000 (electrical system); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN KNDJF724997634939 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.