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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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KNDPMCAC2H7••••••2017 Kia SPORTAGE
That is about average for the 2017 Kia SPORTAGE — 6 complaints per build across 68 builds.
8on this build
385on the model
68builds in total
Most reportedEngine 5Steering 1Fuel/propulsion System 1Power Train 1
What owners of this build wrote
Unknown Or OtherJul 2024
I have had this car not even two years and until 8 months ago I never had issues but now it has been burning/draining the engine oil like crazy. I mean every three days I have to put about 4 quarts with how bad it goes. I've already checked for leaks and anything burning from…
Electrical SystemMar 2024
Car shuts off while driving on interstate, causing loss of power steering and requiring navigation to shoulder before restarting. Car will restart. This is an intermittent issue. Had car repair work replacing the Crank Shaft Position Sensor at KIA Dealership and after picking…
EngineJan 2024
Engine burns excess oil, I am forced to add oil every other day as it consumes an excessive amount. When I spoke with the Kia Dealership they told me I have an unlimited warranty on the engine but it need to blow before they will replace it. I’m spending a fortune on oil
Service BrakesFeb 2022
Vehicle basically activates Traction control System while going 70 to 85 on highway. Basically feels like you hit a decent sized bump. Then the car activates downhill brake control which limits the RPMs of the vehicle. The TCS and DBC lights remain on requiring you to pull over.…
Power TrainNov 2017
Air conditioning / heat system leaks air onto front windshield causing fog on the inside/outside of front glass. Transmission does not engage full time while in motion. While driving forward, the engine will race and the transmission will become disengaged, within 20-90 seconds…
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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 KNDPMCAC2H7286210 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.