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Kia Sportage repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (3%)

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Kia Sportage body repair cost distribution

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Chart based on 19 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2020 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

181-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

13000 mi Inside rear mirror loose 

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2018 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

181-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

374 mi Rear hatch door was rattling when going over bumps. Mechanic adjusted rubber cushions so that the hatch door would rest on cushions firmly when hatch is closed. 

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2017 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

9000 mi Squeak in back of car. They added insulation and squeak disappeared. 
12000 mi

US $65
Leather seat cover excessive wear 
13020 mi Sunroof accordion trim was replaced due to failure 

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2012 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

27000 mi Replaced steering wheel due to peeling cover 

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2012 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

9000 mi Rattle above the driver by the sunroof. Dealer ordered a new sunroof hardness. However, while trying to replace it, they noticed the wind deflector was hitting the sunroof hardness. They used foam tape to fix. Repair was under warranty 

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2012 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

7100 mi Fender under driver side headlamp was causing a squeaking sound, panel was slightly loose. Dealer repaired item under warranty 
6000 mi Excessive creaking from the rear view mirror. Dealer ordered new one and we will take the Sportage back to have it installed when it comes in. 
6000 mi Return trip to have rear view mirror installed. 
14000 mi Steering wheel "leather" peeling. Dealer had to order new steering wheel cover. 

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2012 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

161-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

16000 mi Water leaks into the tail lights. Reported to the dealer and light was dismantled cleaned out with compressed air installed again applying sealant.2 weeks later it was leaking again! 

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2011 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD

56000 mi Door panels fasteners needed replacing due to panel becoming loose and causing doors not to open properly (sticking due to door panel being caught on bottom of door jam 
63600 mi Rear spoiler was cracked and coming loose. 

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2011 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

176-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD

53000 mi Rear spoiler on hatch door had a crack. Kia replaced it , still under warranty. No hassles from them just had to wait two weeks for part . 

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2011 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

133-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

44580 mi Roof didn't want to close without manual aid anymore (needed cleaning) 

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2008 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

31000 mi Rubber strip on roof front LHS & RHS change out. LHS & RHS sun visor change out. 

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2007 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD

117800 mi

C $96
Door Handel - Drivers side replace 

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2006 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV

173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD

55000 mi

US $40
While washing, broke off rear wiper. Replaced under warranty 
53320 mi Our armrest broke & was replaced by bumper to bumper warranty. 

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Kia Sportage Body Problems

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