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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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KNDPMCAC1H7••••••2017 Kia SPORTAGE
That is about average for the 2017 Kia SPORTAGE — 6 complaints per build across 68 builds.
6on this build
391on the model
68builds in total
1involved a crash
Most reportedEngine 4Air Bags 1Trailer Hitches 1
What owners of this build wrote
Air BagscrashDec 2018
Interstate, weather affected collision with cable barriers at 70mph. Airbags did not deploy even though an impact sensor was definitely hit. I am looking to take this case to kia as well
EngineAug 2024
On August 17, 2024, my 2017 Kia Sportage suddenly lost power on the highway. The check engine light came on seconds before the engine seized completely. I was able to pull into the breakdown lane because I was already in the exit lane. It was a very frightening moment and could…
Trailer HitchesSep 2022
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2020
I just received a notice of proposed class settlement regarding : engine seizure,engine stall,engine noise,or illumination of oil lamp that was diagnosed as requiring repair of engine. I am very concerned about this can you please look into the information that I have provided…
EngineFeb 2024
After an oil change and driving the vehicle 375 miles the oil level is between full and low. This would be an excessive oil consumption issue
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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 KNDPMCAC1H7096785 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.