2017 Kia Sportage: recalls and problems

Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control,Engine2026-09-25

While traveling at highway speeds on the freeway, the engine experienced a sudden, catastrophic failure, causing the vehicle to lose power and violently force itself into an emergency low-speed "limp mode." this created an immediate, severe collision hazard with surrounding high-speed traffic. the vehicle is a 2017 kia sportage with a 2.4l theta ii engine, which had previously received the mandated ksds safety softwa

Unknown Or Other2026-08-25

I have a 2017 kia sportage with a recurring door latch problem. several years ago, the driver’s door developed a problem where it would not open properly from the outside. kia repaired the driver’s door latch under warranty extension wty020. the passenger door has now developed the exact same problem. it will not open from the outside, although it can still be opened from inside. a kia dealership diagnosed the prob

Engine Fire2026-08-02

Engine caught fire , insurance denied the claim . kia has a class action lawsuit theta 2 . it was towed into the dealership for approximately 3 mts . during the diagnostic they discovered a crack in the number 3 cylinder wall . they rejected the claim due to what they said was a leaky valve cover gasket even though it had been replaced within the last year . the car has 66,000 miles and has been well maintained. ther

Engine2026-07-22

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.