2009 Kia Sportage Kia Sportage 2009

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2009 Kia Sportage repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (12%)

Suspension and Steering (35%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2009 Kia Sportage suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2009 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

97000 mi

US $60
Sway bar link was loose. Had clicking sound when riding on bumps. Also had a vibration coming from the rear of the vehicle, although I'm not sure if it was caused by the sway bar link. 
97200 mi

US $30
Rear right wheel bearing starting to vibrate occasionally when driving 50+ mph. Also, that wheel was hot after driving for awhile. Wasn't sure that problem was with the bearing since there was no noise or wheel play, but new bearing fixed it. 

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2009 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

38395 mi

US $393
Replace lower ball joints Replace lower ball joints, drive belts 
67116 mi

US $802
Replace rear strut assemblies 
71023 mi

US $2372
Replace power steering rack & pinion assembly. 

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2009 Kia Sportage Suspension Problems

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