1999 Kia Sportage vs 2001 Kia Sportage
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Kia Sportage | 2001 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 284 | 228 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 13 | 13 |
| Investigations | 8 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 17–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 66,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Sportage | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 79 | 45 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 34 | 50 |
| Power Train | 57 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 44 | 25 |
| Electrical System | 41 | 23 |
| Structure | 29 | 24 |
| Visibility | 27 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 52 | 17 |
| Rust / corrosion | 25 | 27 |
| Electrical failures | 11 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 10 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 5 |
1999 Kia Sportage
2001 Kia Sportage
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.