Kia Sportage: known issues clusters
All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.
| rows | 100 |
|---|---|
| model years | 2010–2026 (17) |
| data through | 2026-09-20 |
| method | /data/methodology#known-issues |
| license | CC BY 4.0 (derived) |
Vehicle pages
2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2023 · 2022 · 2021 · 2020 · 2019 · 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015 · 2014 · 2013 · 2012 · 2011 · 2010
Rows
| year | cluster_id | label | component_code | complaint_count | date_range | source_complaint_count | reviewed_at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | sportage-2026-sunroof-glass-failure | Panoramic sunroof glass shattering or cracking | STRUCTURE | 4 | 2026-02 → 2026-07 | 25 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | sportage-2026-instrument-panel-blackout | Instrument panel and display blackout | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 | 2025-11 → 2026-05 | 25 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | sportage-2026-door-lock-fails-to-unlock | Door lock and keyless entry failure to unlock | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2026-04 → 2026-08 | 25 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | sportage-2026-brake-loss-of-stopping-power | Brake pedal loss of stopping power | SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2026-03 → 2026-07 | 25 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2026 | sportage-2026-adas-malfunction | ADAS malfunction: cruise control, FCA, lane-assist | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 4 | 2026-03 → 2026-07 | 25 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-sunroof-glass-shatter | Panoramic sunroof and window spontaneous shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 9 | 2025-04 → 2026-05 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-instrument-cluster-reboot | Instrument panel blackout and reboot while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 9 | 2025-07 → 2026-06 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-adas-sensor-malfunction | Lane departure and rear camera sensor failure | LANE DEPARTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION | 3 | 2025-10 → 2026-03 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-transmission-stall-shift | Engine stall and transmission shift failure | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 7 | 2025-07 → 2026-06 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-brake-rotor-pedal-failure | Premature brake rotor wear and pedal engagement failure | SERVICE BRAKES | 4 | 2025-02 → 2026-06 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-aeb-false-activation | Automatic emergency braking false activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 3 | 2025-07 → 2026-01 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2025 | sportage-2025-steering-column-failure | Steering wheel or shaft disconnection | STEERING | 3 | 2025-04 → 2025-11 | 49 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-panoramic-sunroof-shatter | Spontaneous panoramic sunroof shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 16 | 2023-10 → 2026-05 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-front-brake-rotor-wear | Premature front brake rotor wear | SERVICE BRAKES | 5 | 2024-07 → 2026-07 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-engine-stall-shutdown | Engine stall or shutdown while driving | ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 10 | 2024-05 → 2026-06 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-fca-false-braking | Forward collision system false braking event | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE | 3 | 2025-02 → 2026-03 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2024-04 → 2025-10 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout | Instrument cluster screen blackout while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 | 2024-04 → 2025-12 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2024 | kia-sportage-2024-windshield-spontaneous-crack | Windshield cracking without impact | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 4 | 2024-02 → 2025-12 | 66 | 2026-08-01 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-instrument-cluster-infotainment-blank | Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blanking | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 18 | 2022-10 → 2026-07 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-service-brakes-premature-wear | Service brake rotor and pad premature wear | SERVICE BRAKES | 18 | 2023-06 → 2026-04 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-panoramic-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter | Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY:FIXED PANARAMIC ROOF/SKY LIGHT ASSEMBLY | 12 | 2022-06 → 2026-03 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-airbag-non-deployment | Airbag non-deployment during crash | AIR BAGS | 8 | 2022-09 → 2026-03 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-unintended-acceleration-uas | Unintended acceleration and loss of vehicle control | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 8 | 2023-01 → 2026-01 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-roof-molding-detachment | Roof trim molding detachment while driving | STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 | 2025-09 → 2026-07 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2023 | sportage-2023-adas-false-disable | ADAS warning lights and safety system disablement | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST | 10 | 2022-10 → 2026-05 | 185 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-engine-failure-oil | Engine failure with oil consumption and loss | ENGINE | 15 | 2022-04 → 2026-08 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-fca-unintended-braking | Forward collision system unintended activation | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 4 | 2022-01 → 2024-01 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-sunroof-shattering | Sunroof/moon roof glass spontaneous shattering | VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY | 3 | 2023-02 → 2025-08 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-trailer-hitch-recall-delay | Trailer hitch recall remedy parts unavailability | TRAILER HITCHES | 4 | 2022-09 → 2023-11 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-theft-anti-theft | Vehicle theft and anti-theft recall incompletion | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 2022-09 → 2026-01 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-engine-fire | Engine compartment fire while parked or driving | ENGINE | 3 | 2022-06 → 2026-02 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2022 | sportage-2022-fca-non-activation-crash | Forward collision system non-activation during crash | FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 3 | 2022-01 → 2022-04 | 45 | 2026-08-20 |
| 2021 | sportage-2021-engine-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 8 | 2022-12 → 2026-05 | 43 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | sportage-2021-engine-failure-loss-of-power | Engine failure and loss of motive power | ENGINE | 11 | 2023-03 → 2026-05 | 43 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | sportage-2021-vehicle-fire | Vehicle fire and smoke from engine compartment | ENGINE | 7 | 2021-07 → 2026-04 | 43 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | sportage-2021-theft-anti-theft | Vehicle theft and anti-theft security | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 2021-11 → 2024-04 | 43 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | sportage-2021-sunroof-glass-breakage | Panoramic sunroof glass breakage | VISIBILITY | 2 | 2023-01 → 2023-04 | 43 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2021 | sportage-2021-trailer-hitch-recall | Trailer hitch recall repair availability | TRAILER HITCHES | 2 | 2023-05 → 2024-01 | 43 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | sportage-2020-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 22 | 2025-01 → 2026-05 | 149 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | sportage-2020-engine-failure-stall | Engine knocking, power loss, and stalling | ENGINE | 20 | 2021-03 → 2026-05 | 149 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | sportage-2020-vehicle-fire | Vehicle and engine compartment fires | ENGINE | 11 | 2021-03 → 2025-09 | 149 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | sportage-2020-service-brakes | Brake performance and pedal response | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 11 | 2019-12 → 2026-01 | 149 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | sportage-2020-panoramic-sunroof | Panoramic sunroof shattering | STRUCTURE | 3 | 2020-08 → 2025-06 | 149 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2020 | sportage-2020-clear-coat-peeling | Exterior clear coat peeling | STRUCTURE | 4 | 2023-11 → 2025-12 | 149 | 2026-06-14 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-recall-parts-delay | Unavailable recall repair parts for trailer hitch and brakes | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, TRAILER HITCHES | 6 | 2021-05 → 2026-01 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-paint-peeling | Paint peeling and bubbling on exterior trim | STRUCTURE | 4 | 2022-11 → 2026-01 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-electrical-malfunction | Electrical malfunctions affecting warning lights and gauges | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 3 | 2021-06 → 2024-09 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-headlight-turn-signal | Headlight and turn signal visibility defects | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3 | 2019-03 → 2025-09 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-oil-consumption | Excessive engine oil consumption | ENGINE | 10 | 2023-07 → 2026-08 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-engine-stall-failure | Engine stalling and loss of power requiring replacement | ENGINE | 26 | 2018-12 → 2026-07 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-engine-fire-smoke | Engine compartment fire and smoke while driving | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE | 3 | 2019-10 → 2024-09 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2019 | kia-sportage-2019-brake-failure-crash | Brake pedal failure resulting in crash | SERVICE BRAKES | 2 | 2018-10 → 2023-07 | 69 | 2026-08-28 |
| 2018 | sportage-2018-oil-consumption-engine-failure | Excessive oil consumption and engine failure | ENGINE | 55 | 2018-09 → 2026-08 | 162 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | sportage-2018-anti-theft-system-failure | Anti-theft system failure and vehicle theft | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 | 2022-01 → 2026-01 | 162 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | sportage-2018-sunroof-shattering | Spontaneous sunroof shattering while driving | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 4 | 2019-04 → 2023-08 | 162 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | sportage-2018-paint-clear-coat-peeling | Paint and clear coat peeling on exterior trim | STRUCTURE | 5 | 2022-07 → 2025-11 | 162 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | sportage-2018-electrical-power-loss | Electrical system failure with loss of steering and lights | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 | 2019-02 → 2021-11 | 162 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2018 | sportage-2018-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire while driving | ENGINE | 11 | 2019-12 → 2026-05 | 162 | 2026-08-21 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-window-regulator-failure | Power window regulator failure | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 11 | 2023-04 → 2026-06 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-door-latch-failure | Door latch failure preventing doors from opening | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 9 | 2022-11 → 2025-10 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-sunroof-shattering | Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving | VISIBILITY | 3 | 2024-06 → 2024-11 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-excessive-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 42 | 2022-10 → 2026-07 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-loss-of-motive-power | Loss of motive power and engine seizure while driving | ENGINE | 69 | 2022-11 → 2026-07 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 | 2022-10 → 2026-08 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-oil-pressure-switch-leak | Oil pressure switch leak into wiring harness | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 | 2022-11 → 2025-06 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2017 | sportage-2017-limp-mode-knock-sensor | Limp mode with knock sensor code P1326 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE | 7 | 2022-12 → 2026-07 | 398 | 2026-08-15 |
| 2016 | kia-sportage-2016-sunroof-shatter | Panoramic sunroof shattering | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 | 2016-06 → 2019-12 | 130 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | kia-sportage-2016-engine-seizure | Engine stall and seizure from knock sensor failure | ENGINE | 62 | 2017-05 → 2026-07 | 130 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | kia-sportage-2016-brake-recall-delay | Brake control unit recall delay and fire risk | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 39 | 2022-04 → 2025-05 | 130 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | kia-sportage-2016-airbag-non-deploy | Air bag non-deployment in collision | AIR BAGS | 4 | 2019-01 → 2026-01 | 130 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2016 | kia-sportage-2016-speed-control-malfunction | Vehicle speed control malfunction | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 4 | 2016-03 → 2024-09 | 130 | 2026-08-26 |
| 2015 | kia-sportage-2015-engine-stall-seizure | Engine stalling and seizure requiring replacement | ENGINE | 55 | 2016-02 → 2025-06 | 146 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2015 | kia-sportage-2015-oil-consumption | Excessive oil consumption | ENGINE | 6 | 2021-02 → 2024-04 | 146 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2015 | kia-sportage-2015-warranty-denial | Engine warranty coverage denied over recall compliance | POWER TRAIN, ENGINE | 12 | 2021-06 → 2026-04 | 146 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2015 | kia-sportage-2015-recall-parts-backorder | Recall 22V051 brake/fire repair parts backordered | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 34 | 2022-04 → 2025-02 | 146 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2015 | kia-sportage-2015-engine-fire | Engine compartment fire while driving or parked | ENGINE | 11 | 2015-09 → 2026-06 | 146 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2015 | kia-sportage-2015-airbag-failure | Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment in crashes | AIR BAGS | 5 | 2016-07 → 2023-06 | 146 | 2026-08-23 |
| 2014 | sportage-2014-recall-parts-delay | Recall repair parts unavailable | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 26 | 2022-04 → 2022-09 | 122 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | sportage-2014-sunroof-shatter | Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering | VISIBILITY/WIPER | 7 | 2015-02 → 2020-06 | 122 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | sportage-2014-engine-seizure | Engine seizure and stall from rod bearing wear | ENGINE | 63 | 2016-08 → 2026-05 | 122 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2014 | sportage-2014-airbag-nondeploy | Air bag non-deployment in crash | AIR BAGS | 2 | 2016-05 → 2019-01 | 122 | 2026-09-07 |
| 2013 | sportage-2013-engine-seizure-loss-of-power | Sudden loss of engine power while driving | ENGINE | 110 | 2019-12 → 2025-10 | 380 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | sportage-2013-engine-knock-noise | Engine knocking or rattling noise | ENGINE | 22 | 2019-12 → 2024-09 | 380 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | sportage-2013-hecu-recall-parts-delay | HECU recall repair parts backorder | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 22 | 2023-11 → 2025-08 | 380 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2013 | sportage-2013-engine-warranty-claim-denial | Engine replacement warranty claim denial | ENGINE | 10 | 2020-01 → 2026-04 | 380 | 2026-09-05 |
| 2012 | sportage-2012-brake-hydraulic-recall-delay | Brake hydraulic control unit recall delay | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 9 | 2023-11 → 2024-12 | 392 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | sportage-2012-engine-knock-seizure | Engine knock, seizure, and sudden power loss | ENGINE | 139 | 2019-07 → 2026-06 | 392 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | sportage-2012-engine-compartment-fire | Engine compartment fire while driving | ENGINE | 10 | 2019-08 → 2026-06 | 392 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | sportage-2012-electrical-malfunction | Electrical system malfunction and burning smell | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 | 2021-05 → 2025-04 | 392 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2012 | sportage-2012-powertrain-stall | Powertrain stall and hesitation during acceleration | POWER TRAIN | 8 | 2019-08 → 2020-10 | 392 | 2026-09-04 |
| 2011 | sportage-2011-steering-drift-highway | Electronic power steering drift at highway speed | STEERING | 5 | 2011-04 → 2018-03 | 181 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | sportage-2011-stop-lamp-switch-shift-lock | Stop lamp switch failure disabling shift lock and start | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES | 13 | 2011-10 → 2021-12 | 181 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | sportage-2011-engine-bearing-seizure | Engine bearing wear leading to stall and seizure | ENGINE | 69 | 2011-08 → 2026-06 | 181 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | sportage-2011-brake-hecu-recall-parts | Brake control unit recall repair parts unavailable | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 13 | 2023-11 → 2025-03 | 181 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | sportage-2011-electrical-engine-fire | Under-hood and electrical fire with burning odor | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FIRERELATED | 9 | 2013-07 → 2025-08 | 181 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2011 | sportage-2011-sunroof-shatters | Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving | VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER | 7 | 2016-05 → 2018-07 | 181 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2010 | sportage-2010-brake-recall-parts-backorder | Service brakes recall repair delayed by parts backorder | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 7 | 2023-12 → 2024-05 | 20 | 2026-09-10 |
| 2010 | sportage-2010-seat-belt-fraying | Seat belt webbing frayed | SEAT BELTS | 2 | 2018-09 → 2018-10 | 20 | 2026-09-10 |
| 2010 | sportage-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash | Air bags failed to deploy in crash | AIR BAGS | 3 | 2018-01 → 2018-10 | 20 | 2026-09-10 |
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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Kia Sportage [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia/sportage
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_kia_sportage_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Kia Sportage},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia/sportage}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
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