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Vehicle history — accidents, title & owners
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KNDPMCAC4H7••••••2017 Kia SPORTAGE
That is about average for the 2017 Kia SPORTAGE — 6 complaints per build across 68 builds.
7on this build
386on the model
68builds in total
Most reportedEngine 4Power Train 1Electrical System 1Engine And Engine Cooling 1
What owners of this build wrote
Engine And Engine CoolingMay 2023
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the oil level was lower than expected; however, oil was being constantly added. There were no warning lights illuminated. While driving approximately 65-70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power. The contact was…
EngineJun 2022
Vehicle is using on the average 2-3qts of oil within 1000 miles was told this could cause a fire. My vehicle had been checked twice was told I may need a new engine. Is this a common problem?
Electrical SystemJan 2021
The drivers side rear door will not unlock. Not manually or electronically. This started 2 months ago and the roseville, ca kia service dept. Walnuts to charge for repairs. I feel that this is a safety issue that they should repair at no cost to the buyer
Power TrainMar 2019
The contact owns a 2017 kia sportage. While driving 60 mph, a loud noise was detected, the vehicle violently jerked, and the check engine indicator illuminated. The contact also detected fumes. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, restarted, and was able to…
Unknown Or OtherAug 2018
I notice engine lite on dash lit up. I only have 6641 miles on this vehicle. I am planning to take my kia to my dealer to have this item checked out on 9 aug 18. I was driving vehicle at the time. I was driving vehicle at the time on citu street
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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 KNDPMCAC4H7101459 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.