1998 Kia Sportage Fuel System Other Problems
4 owner-reported fuel system other complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (4)
Your 1998 Kia Sportage has a fuel tank leak coming from the top of the tank, which matches a known safety recall (KT2006050901) for 1996-2002 Sportage models. Your local Kia dealership says your vehicle isn't eligible for the recall repair, but another dealership believes it should be covered. The fix would likely involve inspecting and repairing or replacing the fuel tank filler neck or seal.
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GAS PUMP DOOR, INSIDE CAR RELEASE NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. MAJOR PAIN WHEN TRYING TO GET GAS. HAS BEEN AN ON GOING PROBLEM. *LA
ON 2-1-99 REPLACEMENTS WERE DONE TO THE SURGE TANK ASSEMBLY, AIR INTAKE PIPE AND WIRING DUE TO VEHICLE STALLING. HOWEVER, ON 9-1-99 VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN CAUSING LOST OF STEERING POWER WHICH ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. ON 10-11-99 THE OXYGEN SENSOR WAS REPLACED TO CORRECT PROBLEM. PRIOR REPLACEMENTS WERE NOT THE CAUSE OF STALLING. *YC
FUEL LINE CAME LOOSE CAUSING GAS TO LEAK OUT.