CarRecallWatchThe 2000 Kia Sportage has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 304 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 7 fires, 17 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (83 reports).
2000 Kia Sportage recalls
Most common 2000 Kia Sportage problems
Problem areas named in the 304 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 83 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 55 |
| Power Train | 52 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 48 |
| Electrical System | 38 |
| Structure | 33 |
| Visibility | 26 |
| Suspension | 24 |
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
What owners report
FUEL TANK LEAKING GAS I BELIEVE THE FUEL TANK IS NO GOOD ANYMORE I PURCHASE A VEHICLE FILL UP THE TANK AND START TO LEAK GAS I THOUGHT IT WAS A GASKET SO GASKET WAS PLACED AND IT'S STILL LEAKING
NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL, LOOKED UNDER CAR AND NOTICED GAS DRIPPING FROM UNDER CAR. UPON FURTHER LOOKING I NOTICED THE GAS TANK PROTECTIVE PLATE IS ROTTING OUT WHICH MAKES ME BELIEVE THE GAS TANK IS TOO.
NO AIRBAG IN STEERING WHEEL, BRAKES GOES DOWN TO FLOOR, OXYGEN SENSOR BAD IN BANK ONE, POPPING IN TIRES. MY FRAME CAN BREAK FROM CAR AT ANY TIME, DEALER KNEW I HAD KIDS, WE COULD GET SERIOUSLY HURT RIDING IN THIS CAR.
2000 KIA SPORTAGE RECALL - HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE UNDER THE HOOD. THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED WATER LEAKING FROM THE RADIATOR. THE FAN BLADE DETACHED AND WENT THROUGH THE RADIATOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 128,477.
2000 Kia Sportage questions
Does the 2000 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2000 Kia Sportage: Seat Belts:Front:Buckle Assembly; Electrical System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Kia Sportage?
Based on 304 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (83), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (55), Power Train (52).
How do I check if a recall on my 2000 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.