2008 Kia Sportage Wipers & Visibility Problems
2 owner-reported wipers & visibility complaints from NHTSA data
2
Complaints
Sep 2009 – Dec 2008
Date Range
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Owner Complaints (2)
mediumVISIBILITY
Filed: Sep 2009
WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON RT33, NEAR SNYDERSVILLE PA,AT ABOUT 60MPH THE DRIVER'S WINDOW "EXPLODED" I.E. SHATTERED INTO THOUSANDS OF PIECES. THERE WAS NO WARNING OF IMPENDING BREAKING-UP. THIS IS THE ONLY OCCURRENCE AT THIS TIME. NO ONE WAS INJURED AND I KNOW OF NO WITNESSES. I SHALL ATTEMPT TO HAVE THE DAMAGE REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY. *TR
NHTSA #: 10283022
mediumVISIBILITY,TIRES
Filed: Dec 2008
TPMS - TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM AND HEATING UNIT. *TR
NHTSA #: 10251924
Other 2008 Kia Sportage Issues
Electrical System (22)Service Brakes (17)Structure (9)Engine (12)Air Bags (5)Power Train (10)Exterior Lighting (4)Tires (3)Electronic Stability Control (esc) (2)Electronic Stability Control (esc),service Brakes (2)Latches/locks/linkages (2)Vehicle Speed Control,engine (1)Suspension,fuel/propulsion System (1)Electronic Stability Control (esc),traction Control System (1)Steering,suspension,electrical System (1)Fuel System, Gasoline (1)Seat Belts (1)