2005 KIA Sportage
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2005 KIA Sportage. Newest first.
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 to release after it has been engaged.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The inability to engage, or the inadvertent release of, the parking brake lever may allow your vehicle to roll while it IS parked and may result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the parking brake lever assembly. the recall began on august 1, 2005. owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The engine may stall when coming to a stop. it will be hard to fill the gas tank and external fuel may leak from the evaporative air filter inlet. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank and replace the charcoal canister free of charge. the recall began on may 31, 2005. owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.
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 inappropriately.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Brake application caused by inadvertent esp activation may result in loss of control and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will reprogram the esp hydraulic electronic control unit free of charge. the recall began on april 13, 2005. owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.
Owner complaints
68 complaints6 involved a crash2 involved a fire5 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes · Unknown or other · Wheels
My ESP button stays on and including the air bag light and I've tried everything trying to turn it off as well as my engine light and my hard parking brake which keeps turning on and won't turn off while driving and it feels harder to press the gas and I lost complete control on the freeway some…
My ESP button stays on and including the air bag light and I've tried everything trying to turn it off as well as my engine light and my hard parking brake which keeps turning on and won't turn off while driving and it feels harder to press the gas and I lost complete control on the freeway some how but I believe its due to my ESP button, idk much about cars so this is the best way I can describe it, not many cars around on the freeway but I would've died if there was.. the fuel system is always having issues as well amd ive changed it many times but I'm more worried about the fact that I lost control and the fact that when i use my parking break that the car won't hold completely so please please launch an investigation so I can get my car fixed, thank you.
- Suspension · Unknown or other
My 2005 Kia Sportage dropped on the rear drivers side. The rear drivers side rear constant velocity axle fell out when the rear sub-frame separated from the suspension and split apart. This caused the tire and wheel to angle to 45 degrees out from bottom to top. The rust and corrosion caused a…
My 2005 Kia Sportage dropped on the rear drivers side. The rear drivers side rear constant velocity axle fell out when the rear sub-frame separated from the suspension and split apart. This caused the tire and wheel to angle to 45 degrees out from bottom to top. The rust and corrosion caused a complete failure of the sub-frame's ability to hold the rear wheels on. This was at low speed. This is a well maintained vehicle with no other problems, the engine had been replaced 5-6 years ago. The Kia Sportage of this year range is a commonly used car still utilized today. If this had happened at highway speed it would have been a disaster.
- Vehicle speed control › Springs
Throttle body spring broke caused car to keep accelerating. Car would not stop.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Unknown or other
My KIA sportage.... Stalled in mid traffic like it losses power right after i. Put gasoline in the car, almost making me loose control and get in a wreck. it IS not getting fuel .after I continued to try and refuel it. I noticed a recall online about my vehicle nut dealer IS only sayinh the recall IS on a fuel strap ti hold the fuel tank up I need this safely repaired
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. After the fuel tank was filled, the contact had difficulty restarting the vehicle. On one occasion, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 05v212000(fuel system, gasoline), but the vin was not…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. After the fuel tank was filled, the contact had difficulty restarting the vehicle. On one occasion, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact associated the failure with nhtsa campaign number: 05v212000(fuel system, gasoline), but the vin was not included. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 185,991.
- Service brakes
All brake lights will not turn off, after shutting off car.
- Electrical system
Wiring harness plugs joining at resistor & blower motor are melted.
- Suspension
Rotted rear cross member.
- Unknown or other
Took car to have something unrelated to this checked. Was told that the frame IS rusted and rotted really bad and IS unsfe to drive. The vehicle was stationary and remains stationary for fear of it completely breaking off and causing a catastrophe to myself, my little girls or other drivers on the road.
- Engine
While driving 80mph on freeway, car stopped with no warning, wouldn't restart for over 30 minutes
- Structure › Body
The clutch went out on our KIA sportage and when we had it at the auto mechanic, he told us, the frame was so rusty it was a major safety issue. we were alarmed to hear this considering we used this car to transport our grandchildren sometimes and thought about would could have happened.…
The clutch went out on our KIA sportage and when we had it at the auto mechanic, he told us, the frame was so rusty it was a major safety issue. we were alarmed to hear this considering we used this car to transport our grandchildren sometimes and thought about would could have happened. currently we do not even want the clutch repaired as we have been told not to consider even driving it unless the frame sub rails/floor are replaced. I have since read other reviews and have found similar alarming concerns. KIA should address this huge safety issue. we cannot drive the car, cannot fix the clutch, so it IS just sitting at the mechanics. what do we do, just junk the car? what a cost infringement. we will never purchase another KIA, nor will people that we inform of this issue. I shudder when I think about what could have happened, especially driving on the highway. please advise...
- Air bags · Seat belts
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While driving approximately 40 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (KIA of mccomb in mccomb, ms, 601-250-1005) where it was diagnosed that the seat belt was faulty. The dealer referred the contact to nhtsa.…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While driving approximately 40 mph, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (KIA of mccomb in mccomb, ms, 601-250-1005) where it was diagnosed that the seat belt was faulty. The dealer referred the contact to nhtsa. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact also received the settlement notice from tk holdings, inc. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.
- Air bags · Exterior lighting · Fuel/propulsion system
This complaint IS about the 2005 KIA . First the airbag light has come on and has been on for the last three to five years, the auto mechanic that I use at first said that it was just the light indicator and was not problematic except that the light was on but now IS saying that since the light IS…
This complaint IS about the 2005 KIA . First the airbag light has come on and has been on for the last three to five years, the auto mechanic that I use at first said that it was just the light indicator and was not problematic except that the light was on but now IS saying that since the light IS on the airbag may not deploy , and that of course IS a big problem. Secondly, when filling the gas tank and when completed the car stalls several times before starting, problem does not occur again until the next refill. Third reoccurring problem IS that one of the rear brake lights short out on a reoccurring basis.
- Structure › Body · Suspension · Unknown or other
Rear subframe rotted out. (,Unsafe to drive). KIA sportage 2005 look like 30 years old.
- Unknown or other
Frame corrosion/perforation in rear end. Mechanic says it IS unsafe to drive and can't pass safety inspection as rear axle could break off at any time. This seems to be a well documented issue for this vehicle. Vehicle IS a total financial loss for me now.
- Steering · Suspension
The rear cross member that holds rear tie rods and rear connecting arms to wheels IS rusted so bad it will fail. My employer has same year same model but in hyundai hers IS the same and drivers side rear just snapped hike driving it's the exact same part and rusted so bad wheel collapsed. This IS…
The rear cross member that holds rear tie rods and rear connecting arms to wheels IS rusted so bad it will fail. My employer has same year same model but in hyundai hers IS the same and drivers side rear just snapped hike driving it's the exact same part and rusted so bad wheel collapsed. This IS why I checked mine. Bottom line main suspension component on KIA and hyundai shortage or dante fe fail at 10 years. There are as a recall to undercoat or replace parts under the car do to early rust failure. This was 6 years ago. This cross member IS bolted to he frame and I can guarantee most 2005 have the same failure occurring. It s also hard to locate the part and they charge from $350- $1000 for it. The hyundai exact same part # from KIA IS twice as much as the KIA part. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns 2005 KIA sportage. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 05v212000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
- Air bags · Seat belts · Unknown or other
My airbag light went on july 16 2016. I took the car to sussman KIA in jenkintown pa.to check light. I was told it IS a faulty seat belt .the air bag may not deploy properly. I was told to replace the seat bely assembly $715.25. The work order invoice #52875--20 july 2016.should this not be a recall item for safety by KIA motors?
- Air bags
Air bag light on continually. no accident or deployment.
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. The contact stated that the entire subframe under the vehicle was corroded. In addition, there was a hole in the fuel tank line and the catalytic converter brake line. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the vehicle was badly corroded. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.
- Air bags · Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. The contact stated that the air bag lights illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the seat belt buckle failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While refueling the vehicle, the fuel pump continued to click off as if the vehicle were full. The failure recurred on several occasions. On one occasion, while refueling, fuel leaked from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While refueling the vehicle, the fuel pump continued to click off as if the vehicle were full. The failure recurred on several occasions. On one occasion, while refueling, fuel leaked from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was not a leak in the fuel tank, however, the mechanic stated that the fuel sensor/overflow valve was faulty and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact inquired about nhtsa campaign number: 05v212000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the vin tool confirmed the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
- Structure › Body
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While getting the vehicle inspected, the inspector notified the contact that the cross member was beginning to rust. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 119,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While approaching a stop, the engine stalled without warning and the fuel tank was difficult to refuel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on another occasion and the vehicle was towed to an…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 KIA sportage. While approaching a stop, the engine stalled without warning and the fuel tank was difficult to refuel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on another occasion and the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was fuel on the charcoal canister and that the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was made aware of nhtsa campaign number: 05v212000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the vin was not included. The failure mileage was 114,075.
- Air bags
Air bag light came on and has remained on every since. no accidents involved. based on another complaint I seen, must be a factory fault. *tr
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11000787This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.
- 10226555TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable vehicles in the chart starting on page 2.
- 10201529TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to some Kia models that may exhibit fogging, condensation, and/or moisture inside a headlamp assembly. Generally, a fogging condition is considered normal and can be eliminated by turning on the headlamps with the engine running for up to 30 minutes or during normal driving conditions. Headlamp assembly replacement WILL NOT be necessary in most cases.
- 10183431TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of aftermarket USB charging cables, including; * Electrical interference and limited or no functionality when attempting to play music, or when charging a device through the USB port * Excessive static or noise when listening to the audio source * Malfunctions and screen freeze of the head unit screen * Slow down of the system response while device is plugged in * Music will not play from iPhone 5 or 6 with Kia iPod cable and aftermarket adapter * No or limited functionality when trying to play music from an Apple device
- 10133188TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - FUEL TANK STRAP REPLACEMENT (PI1801) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the fuel tank straps on certain 2005-2007MY Sportage vehicles manufactured from May 27, 2004 through April 25, 2007. Although there have been no customer complaints about the fuel tank straps on the affected vehicles, Kia has decided to do a Product Improvement campaign to replace those straps. The improved straps will increase the long term durability of these parts.
- 10133187QA - Listing of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers regarding the Product Improvement Program.
- 10133186OWNER LETTER - included in the Dealer Notification Package - This document notifies the owners of the Product Improvement Program to replace the fuel tank straps on their vehicles.
- 10133185DEALER SERVICE MANAGER NOTICE - Advises the Dealer Service Manager of the new Product Improvement Program to replace the fuel tank straps on certain 2005-2007MY Sportage vehicles manufactured from May 27, 2004 through April 25, 2007. Although there have been no customer complaints about the fuel tank straps on the affected vehicles, Kia has decided to do a Product Improvement campaign to replace those straps. The improved straps will increase the long term durability of these parts.
- 10133184DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTICE - Advises the Dealer Principal of the new Product Improvement Program to replace the fuel tank straps on certain 2005-2007MY Sportage vehicles manufactured from May 27, 2004 through April 25, 2007. Although there have been no customer complaints about the fuel tank straps on the affected vehicles, Kia has decided to do a Product Improvement campaign to replace those straps. The improved straps will increase the long term durability of these parts.
- 10133170PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
- 10109812TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.? It is critical for technicians to be aware that ALL such locking fasteners, regardless of type, are for ?one time use? only.
- 10109777TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.?
- 10109639Q AND A - SC104 ? 2005-2010 MY Sportage - Application of Additional Anti-Corrosion Material to Underbody of Vehicle Voluntary Service Campaign
- 10109638OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER - Dear Kia Sportage Owner: Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to add additional anti-corrosion wax and undercoating to the underbody of certain 2005-2010 MY Sportage vehicles.
- 10109637DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: Attention: All Kia Parts & Service Managers - Kia Motors America, Inc. is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign on certain 2005-2010 MY Sportage vehicles produced from June 24, 2004 through January 26, 2010, to add additional anti-corrosion materials to the vehicle underbody.
- 10109636DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: Attention: All Dealer Principals - Kia Motors America, Inc. will be conducting a voluntary service campaign, as a preventative measure, to apply additional anti-corrosion material to the vehicle underbody on certain 2005-2010 MY Sportage vehicles, manufactured from June 24, 2004 through January 26, 2010.
- 10109629VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN: APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTI-CORROSION MATERIAL (SC104) - To improve customer satisfaction, Kia is launching this bulletin to apply additional anti-corrosion protection to various vehicle underbody components on some Sportage (KM) vehicles, built from June 24, 2004 through January 26, 2010.
- 10090009Pitstop: water leak from sunroof glass - some sportage km vehicles built before december 17, 2007 may exhibit a water leak due to poor sealing at the sunroof glass to sunroof glass seal. To adjust the sunroof glass, use this procedure as described.
- 10060662Summary to be provided on a future date.
- 10055496Some KIA sportage models vehicles are affected by corrosion which needs anti corrosion protection. 06/04/14*Lj
- 10034495KIA: application of additional anticorrosion treatment for rear floor members. Provides information relating to certain vehicles for procedure to apply additional anticorrosion protection to the rear floor side and cross members.
- 10033673KIA: ecm upgrade-dtc p0130 and p0150 on 2.7L engine equipped. Provides information related to a ecm software upgrade of some model year 2005-2006 vehicles equipped with 2.7L engines which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with ecm (electronic control module) system related dtcs.
- 10031946KIA: vehicles with 4WD system may exhibit a droning noise originating from the 4WD coupling while driving between 12-37mph. The cause of this condition may be the internal part of the 4WD coupling assembly IS binding due to a possible damaged roller bearing.
- 10026726KIA: all models. Article provides information relating to the improved durability of bulb life for rear combination bulb; rear stop lamp/tail lamp bulb utilized on multiple KIA models.
- 10024714Sportage (km) passive occupant detection system information - this bulletin provides system information related to sportage (km) models regarding passive occupant detection system (pods) produced from 10/28/2004.
- 10023626This bulletin provides information relating to an engine hesitation or the illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) for p0123 (throttle position sensor / switch (a) circuit high input).
- 10022199Muffler pipe drain ice accumulation in very low climate conditions may cause a no start engine.
- 10021561Automatic transmission adaptive value reset/relearn.
- 10020044The engine hesitates at times and/or maf sensor codes are stored. This condition may affect vehicles produced through 4-21-2005. Inspect the maf sensor hose clamps for proper type, and torque value.
- 10019285Fog lights - circuit modification.
- 10017955Service campaign - esp (electronic stability program) reprogramming.
- 10016737Techline faqs. KIA technician times. Volume 8, issue 4.
- 10016138Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) exciter. 2006 KIA sportage
- 10015749New name & maintenance schedule for evap canister vent filter. KIA technician times.
- 10015318Windshield adhesive spot removal.
- 10015317New special service tool (sst) kit.
- 10015250Safety recall campaign. Fuel may leak past an o-ring into the internal vapor chamber located in the fuel tank causing the engine to stall when coming to a stop; hard to fill gas tank; and fuel leaking from the evaporative air filter inlet.
- 10015249Deceleration when driving or turning due to the sensitivity of the esp logic. These vehicle's esp software logic must be reprogrammed to avoid this sensitivity of operation. Recall campaign - esp reprogramming.
- 10013791New sportage training.
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