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KIA SPORTAGE (1995–2025) — Technical Guide, Fault Codes & Maintenance
Built 1995–2025 · all production years covered on this single page
1.6L I4 T-GDi 150 • Gasoline
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Documentation & support4.3
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Every figure on this Kia Sportage (1995–2025) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Kia Sportage (1995–2025) is powered by a 1.6L I4 T-GDi 150 engine. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
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COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
0.9h
€63 – €81
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Easy
1.0h
€70 – €90
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.4h
€28 – €36
ABS Module
Difficulty: Medium
2.0h
€140 – €180
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| ABS Pump | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Brake Booster | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Coolant Flush | 1.0h | € 45–€ 75 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cooling Fan Clutch | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Alternator | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Amplifier | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Antenna | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Boost Pressure Sensor | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Camshaft R&R | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| DEF Injector | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| DEF Tank | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| DPF Delete Pipe | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Diesel Particulate Filter | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
| Fuel Filter | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 3.8h | € 171–€ 285 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| AC Compressor | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Condenser | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Evaporator | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Idler Arm | 1.3h | € 58–€ 97 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 2.5h | € 112–€ 187 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Kickdown Cable | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Overdrive Solenoid | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Cable | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Linkage | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Solenoid - Single | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Shift Solenoids - All | 1.9h | € 85–€ 142 |
| Torque Converter | 5.7h | € 256–€ 427 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
📋 RECALLS & TSB (40)
NHTSA 23V531000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Fluid/Lubricant › Pump
Date: 31/07/2023
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
NHTSA 17V224000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine
Date: 31/03/2017
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles. Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine.
NHTSA 16V862000
Trailer Hitches
Date: 30/11/2016
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitc…
NHTSA 22V651000
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator
Date: 29/08/2022
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The alternator battery positive terminal nut may loosen, which can result in an engine stall or an electrical surge.
NHTSA 05V120000
Electronic Stability Control › Automatic (Asc)
Date: 29/03/2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), THE YAW RATE SENSOR MAY BECOME TOO SENSITIVE AND MAY RECALIBRATE INACCURATELY. WHILE DRIVING THE ESP PROGRAM MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE TO REDUCE POWER AND MAY CAUSE A BRAKE AT ONE OF THE WHEELS TO BE…
NHTSA 22V878000
Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain
Date: 28/11/2022
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been twisted during installation.
NHTSA 00V205000
Electrical System
Date: 27/07/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLE. THESE VEHICLES WERE DISTRIBUTED WITH OWNERS MANUALS WITH AN INCORRECT JUMP START DIAGRAM. THE WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS FOR JUMP STARTING ARE ACCURATE. HOWEVER, THE DIAGRAM DEPICTS THE JUMPER CABLES ATTACHED TO THE WRONG POLARITY TERMIN…
NHTSA 14V023000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 27/01/2014
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kia Sportage vehicles manufactured September 30, 2013, through January 11, 2014. The certification label has incorrect tire pressure information printed on it, listing a specification that is 1 or 2 psi below the c…
NHTSA 23V298000
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel
Date: 26/04/2023
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-in Hybrid, Soul, and Telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" LCD screen. The instrument cluster may fail to displa…
NHTSA 23V652000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 25/09/2023
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Con…
NHTSA 22V800000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 24/10/2022
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2008-2009 Sportage vehicles previously recalled under recall 16V-815. An engine compartment fire originating from around the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may occur while parked or driving.
NHTSA 04V305000
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly
Date: 24/06/2004
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FRONT SAFETY BELT BUCKLES MAY EMIT A "CLICK" SOUND DURING THE BUCKLING PROCESS THAT IS SIMILAR TO THE SOUND EMITTED WHEN A BUCKLE IS BEING LATCHED, WHEN IT IS NOT.
NHTSA R/2007/127
Engine Cooling Fan Blades Could Fracture And Damage The Cooling System.
Date: 22-10-2007
It has been established that the plastic cooling fan blades could fracture and damage the cooling system/hoses causing the engine to overheat and possibly fail.
NHTSA R/2023/211
Date: 21-07-2023
A combination of the instrument cluster software and electrical noise while the vehicle is starting may result in cluster booting errors.
NHTSA 18V907000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 19/12/2018
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The h…
NHTSA 99V325000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 19/11/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT UNDER TENSION BY MOVEMENT OF THE ENGINE, THUS PULLING THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS, LOOSENING THEM AND RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY.
NHTSA 22V703000
Trailer Hitches
Date: 19/09/2022
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia d…
NHTSA 24V025000
Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars
Date: 18/01/2024
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Sportage and 2022-2024 Carnival vehicles. The roof molding may loosen and detach.
NHTSA 25V874000
Trailer Hitches
Date: 17/12/2025
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Sportage Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV) and 2024-2025 Sportage vehicles equipped with a 4.2" screen and a Genuine Kia tow hitch harness accessory. Due to a software error, the instrument panel screen may fail. As such, these …
NHTSA 97V234000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hatchback/Liftgate › Lock
Date: 17/12/1997
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MICROSWITCH ON THE REAR HATCH LOCK CYLINDER CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE POWER DOOR LOCKS TO UNLOCK INADVERTENTLY.
NHTSA 09V130000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 17/04/2009
HUYNDAI-KIA IS RECALLING 139,844 MY 2006-2007- SEDONA, SPORTAGE, SORENTO AND MY RONDO AND AMANTI VEHICLES. THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY MALFUNCTION. A MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRE…
NHTSA 02V216000
Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly
Date: 16/08/2002
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH.
NHTSA 07V161000
Engine And Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan
Date: 16/04/2007
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE HEAT GENERATED BY THE ENGINE CAUSES REPEATED BENDING DEFORMATION OF THE POLYPROPYLENE COOLING FAN INCLUDING ITS RETAINING RING, WHICH STRESSES THE POLYPROPYLENE THEREBY INITIATING CRACKING OF THE BLADES. THE CENTRIFUGAL FORCES GENERATED BY THE ROTATION O…
NHTSA 98V222000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Date: 15/09/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES WITHOUT AN ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS). THE STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT COUPLING CAN CONTACT A HYDRAULIC BRAKE PIPE CAUSING FLUID LEAKAGE.
NHTSA 96V131000
Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal
Date: 15/07/1996
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY COULD BIND OR STICK DURING OPERATION.
NHTSA 19V101000
Engine
Date: 15/02/2019
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Kia Sportage vehicles. The engine oil pan may leak and, if not addressed, the loss of oil may result in engine damage.
NHTSA R/2024/500
Date: 13-01-2025
The vacuum pump drive gear may be damaged by a mechanical failure caused by high acceleration torque during the engine starting phase. If the pump fails an increase of the brake pedal force may be experienced while driving.
NHTSA 09E025000
Exterior Lighting › Headlights
Date: 11/05/2009
DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 95V073000
Suspension › Rear
Date: 11/04/1995
THE NUTS ATTACHING THE REAR AXLE BEARING OIL SEAL RETAINERS AND BRAKE BACKING PLATES TO THE REAR AXLE HOUSING MAY BE UNDER- TORQUED CAUSING THESE UNITS TO LOOSEN OR FALL OFF.
NHTSA 16V815000
Electrical System › Wiring
Date: 10/11/2016
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Kia Sportage vehicles manufactured August 9, 2007, to May 13, 2009. The wire harness cover on the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may be improperly sealed allowing water to get onto the HECU circuit boar…
NHTSA 15V360000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 09/06/2015
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sportage vehicles manufactured March 7, 2011, to June 8, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may intermittently fail.
NHTSA 05V318000
Parking Brake
Date: 08/07/2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET PAWL WAS NOT PROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND MY DAMAGE THE TEETH OF THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET. DAMAGED PARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET TEETH MAY PREVENT THE PARKING BRAKE FROM ENGAGING OR MAY ALLOW THE PARKING BRAKE …
NHTSA 24V422000
Steering › Electric Power Assist System
Date: 07/06/2024
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2024 Kia Sportage vehicles. The circuit board in the motor-driven power steering assembly may short circuit, resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
NHTSA 23V410000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist
Date: 07/06/2023
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage vehicles. The brake booster diaphragm may become misaligned and cause an internal vacuum leak, which can result in a loss of power brake assist.
NHTSA 09E012000
Exterior Lighting
Date: 07/04/2009
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS…
NHTSA 21V137000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 04/03/2021
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
NHTSA 05V212000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage
Date: 03/05/2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE O-RING INTO THE INTERNAL VAPOR CHAMBER LOCATED IN THE FUEL TANK AT FULL TANK CONDITIONS.
NHTSA 20V750000
Engine
Date: 02/12/2020
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.
NHTSA 22V051000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Date: 02/02/2022
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 K900 and 2014-2016 Sportage vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
NHTSA 13V114000
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Date: 01/04/2013
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011 Optima, model year 2010 Forte, model year 2007-2009 Amanti, and model year 2009 Borrego vehicles. Orig…
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P3893
powertrain
HIGHP3892
powertrain
MODERATEP3891
powertrain
MODERATEP3890
powertrain
MODERATEP3881
powertrain
HIGHP3880
powertrain
HIGHP3871
powertrain
CRITICALP3870
powertrain
MODERATEP3852
powertrain
CRITICALP3851
powertrain
HIGHP3850
powertrain
MODERATEP3839
powertrain
MODERATEP3838
powertrain
MODERATEP3837
powertrain
MODERATEP3836
powertrain
MODERATEP3835
powertrain
MODERATEP3834
powertrain
MODERATEP3833
powertrain
HIGHP3832
powertrain
HIGHP3831
powertrain
MODERATE
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
56 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
LDWS Fault (Kia)ADAS
AEB Fault (Kia)ADAS
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
Drive Mode (Kia)Engine
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
4551 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Kia Sportage across model years 1995–2025. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
301 crash reports 197 fires 263 injuries 3 deaths
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 2012390
Model year 2017384
Model year 2013380
Model year 2000304
Model year 1998302
Model year 1999284
Model year 2002234
Model year 2001228
Most reported components (all years)
Engine1350
Electrical System559
Service Brakes547
Engine And Engine Cooling437
Unknown Or Other434
Hydraulic403
Sample reports
The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle required 6 quarts of oil every 1,900 miles. The vehicle was recently taken to Valvo… (MY 2019)
Frequently while driving my 2023 Kia shortage Hybrid will accelerate on its own. This happens randomly while driving straight as well as making turns. My suv also has a vary hard time driving uphill. If im driving at 25 mph when approach… (MY 2023)
Blank Instrument Panel Screen. abnormal CAN message which can cause certain instrument clusters with a 4.2” screen to reboot while driving. During this rebooting, the cluster will not show information such as the speedometer or telltales… (MY 2024)
The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufac… (MY 2012)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 1995–2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Kia Sportage have any safety recalls?
Yes — 41 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY, SUSPENSION:REAR, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.
What does fault code P0300 mean on the Kia Sportage?
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0128 mean on the Kia Sportage?
Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature — thermostat stuck open or faulty This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0011 mean on the Kia Sportage?
A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are brakes problems common on the Kia Sportage?
Yes — 652 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the brakes. One owner reported: “HORN FAILED TO OPERATE/ ALL OF THE POWER WINDOWS FAILED TO OPERATE PROPERLY/ INSTRUMENT PANEL BRAKE LIGHT WOULD COME ON WHENEVER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, AND DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WOULD COME UNLATC…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Kia Sportage?
Yes — 1253 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “CAR HAS STALLED IN MAJOR INTERSECTIONS 6 TIMES NOW AND RETURNED TO DEALER 4 TIMES. THE DEALER IS UNABLE TO FIND A PROBLEM. OCCUPANT OF VEHICLE NARROWLY MISSED A MAJOR COLLISION TWICE. THE CAR STALL…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are engine problems common on the Kia Sportage?
Yes — 1659 of 4000 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the engine. One owner reported: “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 INDICA…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Kia Sportage (1995–2025)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Kia Sportage (1995–2025) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Kia Sportage (1995–2025) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
This spec sheet is updated with data verified from OEM sources and shop databases. If you spot an inaccuracy or have additional data on the Kia Sportage (1995–2025), let us know — every correction improves quality for all users.