1995 Kia Sportage Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 1995 Kia Sportage has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (15 reports).

2Recalls
56Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Sportage?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1995 Kia Sportage recalls

Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly

Recall 02V216Aug 16, 2002189,706 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear

Recall 95V073Apr 11, 19951,319 vehicles affected

Most common 1995 Kia Sportage problems

Problem areas named in the 56 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling15
Seat Belts11
Electrical System8
Visibility8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Suspension6
Steering5
Structure5
Latches/Locks/Linkages4
Power Train4

What owners report

2006-03-16, Engine And Engine Cooling
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE ENGINE LOCKED CAUSING LOSE OF POWER. THERE IS A SPECIAL CAMPAIGN #011, REGARDING THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE HAS THE SAME PROBLEMS AS INDICATED IN THE CAMPAIGN; HOWEVER IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE CAMPAIGN DUE TO THE VIN.
2004-09-08, Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE STALLED. IT DIED IN TRAFFIC EVERYDAY. CONSUMER STATED HE WAS AFRAID OF BEING INVOLVED IN A COLLISION.*AK
2003-06-09, Wheels
WHILE DRIVING LEFT REAR WHEEL CAME OFF. AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINING NUT WAS MISSING. *AK
2002-10-22, Suspension
CONSUMER STATES WHILE CROSSING A BRIDGE THE REAR AXLE AND TIRE FLEW OFF, CONSUMER WAS ABLE TO KEEP CONTROL AND COME TO A STOP. TOWED TO A MECHANIC, AND MECHANIC STATED THAT THE DIFFERENTRAL NEEDS REPLACING. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION. MR
2002-09-18, Visibility
WHILE DRIVING 45MPH FUMES COME THROUGH THE VENTS. *AK

1995 Kia Sportage questions

Does the 1995 Kia Sportage have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 1995 Kia Sportage: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Kia Sportage?

Based on 56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (15), Seat Belts (11), Electrical System (8).

How do I check if a recall on my 1995 Kia Sportage has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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