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While driving at a steady speed, car will suddenly disengage the transmission, the rpms will rev high and then transmission will re-engage. This usually lasts 20-30 seconds, it is very random. I have taken it in and because no codes are showing and they are unable to recreate there is nothing they can do. It is a very serious issue as if I'm driving in heavy traffic and this occurs it could result in a crash. It happens sporadically and cannot document anything as it is over before I can as I am driving when it happens
The engine has been burning oil since 2019. I told the service desk and they said a qt every 1000 miles is normal. It started to worsen. In January 2021 the did an oil consumption test. I drive to car for 957 miles and the dealership told me the car was down 2 qts of oil. They said they run the test again. They filled the car with what they said was the right amount.the next morning after getting my car back I checked the dipstick three times. The oil was a 1/2 inch over the fill mark I return the car with less the 1000 miles and this time they said it was only down a qt. And it was in manufacturers spec for consumption. I told them it was over filled so they said we will test it again. This time they told me to bring it back at 1500 miles. I have not reached that amount of miles yet. I worried about having catastrophic engine failure while I'm driving. They have already installed two transmission that were defective.I will supply any other documents you need.
Car is rapidly burning oil and not dripping on ground. Recent activity: Oil dipstick showed no oil on 01/18/2021 and took 3 quarts. It read full! on 01/25/2021. Service station reported out of oil again! oil light on dashboard did not light.Kia dealership advised an oil consumption test that will be reported to you. I think it is important for you note that this occurred 1000 miles into my regularly scheduled 3000 mile oil change. Our local service station indicated that this is a widespread problem for this car and litigation is being considered.
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine consumed oil very quickly. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated abnormally. The contact stated the vehicle failed to accelerate as designed. The contact also stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle stalled with the battery warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that there were cylinder misfires and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 127,000.
- Angels Camp, CA, USA
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On October 6,2020 my 2017 Kia Sportage seemed to have excelleration issues; the car would hesitate when the gas pedal was depressed. Then about a week later 10/9/20 my engine light went on. I used fixd app to assist diagnosis. 420 code catalytic converter. Took it to reputable shop where they confirmed and suggested I take to Kia dealer due to 80,000 mile catalytic warranty. I did the next business day. Kia stated that they had to run their own diagnosis and would call me. They confirmed the 420 code but stated they simply 'reset' the computer stating this is Kia directive prior to replacing the catalytic converter; and said to bring it in if the engine light went on again. It did a week later; they replaced the vcm motor 10/19/20. Now 11/7/20 engine light is on and fixd code 420 catalytic converter again. They did not want to honor the 80,000 mile catalytic converter warranty. I am just under 80,000 miles now and when I brought it in was at 78,000 miles.
2017 Kia Sportage both passenger and driver rear doors will not open from neither the inside nor the outside door handles. This is a serious safety issue with my autistic son who must climb out of the car from the back seat through the front seat. There are numerous complaints from other Kia owners about this same issue posted on here on the NHTSA website, and it needs to be addressed by Kia.
My 2017 Kia Sportage completely died on me. It was towed to jensen tires and I was told that the engine was totally blown. I then had it towed to H&H Kia in omaha, ne and shane clapps (service person) stated that the engine was indeed blown and needs a new engine. The vehicle was in motion and died on my in the middle of hwy 370 & 25th St in bellevue, ne. Tried jumping the vehicle, but it would not start at all. That is when or got towed to jensen tires, first, then to H&H Kia
The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. While stopped at a stop light, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was referred to an authorized dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
While the vehicle is in motion interstate or city street, the engine revs up without putting more pressure onto the gas peddle. On several occasions I had to hit the brake peddle to avoid hitting another vehicle and once pulled into the side of the road as a precaution. We first noticed this problem about a couple of months after purchasing the vehicle. I previously reported this to Kia dealership, however he indicated that it would be the alternator or something that is causing the engine to not know what gear it's actually on. This happens randomly and at any speed. The seat belt light flashes occasionally although no one else is sitting in the vehicle and my seat belt is attached.
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 asap. Thanks, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Mid-December I noticed my car was skipping as I accelerated. I checked the oil and there was none. I had just gotten an oil change 10/26/19. I take the car in 12/23/19. They do another oil change and tell me as it gets low on oil to bring it in and they will track it. We do this a few times and covid happens. So, I'm adding my own oil and restart the process 6/23/20. My bf brings the car in 7/31/20 and the mechanic states Kia will no longer be doing oil consumption tests and would only see the car if something catastrophic occurs. Then plainly says do not add oil and let it blow it up. I return 8/3/20 to speak to the manager in charge and he confirms that it is Kia's policy that they will not add oil anymore. Says he cannot give me the policy in writing. I said I had an oil change with you on 6/23/20 and today 8/3/20 my car doesn't have any oil in it and you won't look at it? he confirmed he would not look at it.
2017 Kia Sportage lost all power as I was driving down the road. No power steering no braking nothing. Smoke and fumes filled the cab of SUV. Once I got off the road smoke was boiling out of hood of car.
The car check engine light comes on while driving. Putting the car into limp mode. Very dangerous in traffic. Low power. The car has to be towed. They replace a single wire under the hood each time.. happened 3 times in 1.5 years. They are not fixing the car, just putting a band aid on it, and kicking the can down the road.
My parking brake no longer sets, it just pumps and never locks. So I hope I don't have to park on any hills for a while. Also, my heating and air goes wonky sometimes and won't show me the actual temp or give me the option to increase or decrease in temp or mode unless I park and turn the engine off, start it again, then turn off the whole cooling or heating system and then mess with it more. My car is also often times in drive, and it'll rev up for no reason to the red line, then stall and coast to a stop. I've been lucky my kids have yet to be with me with this happening and it's been on back roads with little traffic. All these things while car is in drive/motion, except parking brake, that is obviously while in park that I've noticed.
Kia Sportage 2017 began showing excessive oil consumption. It was taken to the local Kia service station. The dealer performed an oil consumption test that showed, twice, that the vehicle consumed one and a half quarts of oil per 1,000 miles of use. It was taken for further analysis after confirmation of adequate oil change schedule and at 39914 miles. Motor was disassembled and after more than 3 weeks, diagnosis is uncertain. This problem may cause malfunction of internal parts and there may be a high probability of safety compromise on public highways.
Sometimes when we accelerate the car stalls & revs up, then it will act fine, but the check engine light will stay on for a bit. Then goes off and it acts normal. This is all while driving. This has been happening over a few months, ,,it's just every so often.
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- Greeneville, TN, USA