What are known 1998 Kia Sportage tires problems?

There are 6 owner-reported tires complaints for the 1998 Kia Sportage. Common issues include: While driving on the freeway at 65 mph, your passenger rear tire suddenly blew out; TIRE HAD LESS THAN 40% WEAR AND ARE BLOWING OUT AT 70 MPH; TWO WHEELS OUT OF BALANCE, DEALER ALSO NOTICED WEAR PATTERN ON TIRES, POSSIBLY RELATED TO WHEELS BEING OUT OF BALANCE, NO TIRE INFORMATION GIVEN.

Is there a recall for 1998 Kia Sportage tires?

As of the latest NHTSA data, there are no open recalls specifically for the 1998 Kia Sportage tires system. However, there are 6 owner complaints related to this system.

1998 Kia Sportage Tires Problems

6 owner-reported tires complaints from NHTSA data

Complaints

Mar 2000 – Nov 2002

Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (6)

highTIRES

Filed: Apr 2006

While driving on the freeway at 65 mph, your passenger rear tire suddenly blew out. The tire dealership found that the tire failed due to tread separation, where the rubber tread peeled away from the tire's inner structure. This was a Kumho brand tire in size 205/75R15. The fix will involve replacing the failed tire with a new one and inspecting other tires for similar wear patterns.

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NHTSA #: 10154830

mediumTIRES

Filed: Nov 2002

TIRE HAD LESS THAN 40% WEAR AND ARE BLOWING OUT AT 70 MPH. 3 OUT OF 4 HAVE BLOWN OUT. DT

NHTSA #: 769502

mediumTIRES,WHEELS

Filed: Sep 2001

TWO WHEELS OUT OF BALANCE, DEALER ALSO NOTICED WEAR PATTERN ON TIRES, POSSIBLY RELATED TO WHEELS BEING OUT OF BALANCE, NO TIRE INFORMATION GIVEN. *SLC

NHTSA #: 562970

mediumTIRES,WHEELS

Filed: Sep 2001

TWO WHEELS OUT OF BALANCE, DEALER ALSO NOTICED WEAR PATTERN ON TIRES, POSSIBLY RELATED TO WHEELS BEING OUT OF BALANCE, NO TIRE INFORMATION GIVEN. *SLC

NHTSA #: 562970

mediumTIRES

Filed: Apr 2001

TIRES ARE WEARING LOW- WAS TOLD TO REPLACE AT 22,000 MILES WILL NEED TO REPLACE- WARRANTY WILL NOT COVER THEN FOR THEY ARE NOT WORN DOWN ENOUGH. *AK (DOT NUMBER: 5MUL TIRESIZE: P205/75R15)

NHTSA #: 744066

mediumTIRES

Filed: Mar 2000

SPARE TIRE RELEASE CABLE RUSTED CAUSING DIFFICULTY IN RELEASING. *MJS

NHTSA #: 551511

Other 1998 Kia Sportage Issues

Engine And Engine Cooling (76)Service Brakes, Hydraulic (64)Power Train (46)Electrical System (34)Equipment (17)Structure (19)Suspension (26)Visibility (15)Fuel System, Gasoline (16)Vehicle Speed Control (11)Air Bags (9)Seat Belts (6)Steering (13)Fuel System, Other (4)Wheels (4)Latches/locks/linkages (3)Exterior Lighting (3)Seats (2)Fuel System, Other,electrical System (1)

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