2018 Kia Sportage problems by component
159 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Kia Sportage, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine → | 86 | 54% | 18,400 mi |
| Electrical System → | 28 | 18% | — |
| Power Train → | 17 | 11% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System → | 10 | 6% | — |
| Steering | 9 | 6% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 5% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 4% | — |
| Structure | 6 | 4% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 5 | 3% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 3% | — |
| Seats | 4 | 3% | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3% | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 3 | 2% | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 1% | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 1% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.