2018 Kia Sportage problems

Common wear & failures

• Engine revs excessively
• Engine failure
• Engine complaints (96 NHTSA reports)

Safety recalls

• Recall 22V703000: Trailer Hitches
• Recall 21V137000: Control Unit/Module
• Recall 18V907000: Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

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