2024 Kia Sportage: Engine complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints for the 2024 Kia Sportage that list the engine component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11772752 (filed 10/21/2026): “The vehicle experiences an intermittent, severe safety malfunction tied to the idle stop & go (isg) auto-stop system. when brought to a complete stop at intersections or red lights, the engine shuts off normally to conserve fuel. however, when releasing the brake pedal, the engine completely fails t…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769310 (filed 10/06/2026): “My 2024 kia sportage x-pro prestige has experienced at least 3 intermittent, unexpected engine shutdowns while driving or in traffic. the cause remains unidentified. the first occurred before [xxx] (exact date unknown). while stopped at a red light in drive, i realized the vehicle had completely shu…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11744708 (filed 06/17/2026): “The contact owns a 2024 kia sportage. the contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, or while the vehicle was parked, the engine intermittently hesitated and the vehicle almost shut off. the contact stated that the start/stop button was depressed to shut off the vehicle; however, the b…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
- NHTSA complaints API: SPORTAGE 2024
- NHTSA complaints API: SPORTAGE HYBRID 2024
- NHTSA complaints API: SPORTAGE PLUG-IN HYBRID 2024
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