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2019 Kia Sportage Other Problems

11 owner-reported other complaints from NHTSA data

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Complaints
Jan 2026Nov 2025
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (11)

highUNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2025

Your check engine light started blinking and your car began stalling out, so you parked it in your driveway. This typically indicates a serious engine or fuel system problem that needs immediate diagnosis. A mechanic will need to scan your car's diagnostic codes to identify the exact issue.

NHTSA #: 11697043
highUNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2025

Your car is consuming about 1.5 quarts of oil every 200 miles, requiring you to top off oil between monthly oil changes. Even when oil runs low, your dashboard gives no warning, so you need to check it daily. Additionally, your car randomly won't start even after you replaced the battery and spark plugs, suggesting a deeper electrical or engine issue may be causing both problems.

NHTSA #: 11687052
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Mar 2026

When you press the gas pedal from a complete stop, your car sometimes doesn't respond right away—there's a brief delay before it accelerates. This might be caused by a throttle response issue, fuel delivery problem, or transmission lag that would need diagnostic testing to pinpoint.

NHTSA #: 11722182
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2026

Your 2019 Kia Sportage's paint is peeling and bubbling in multiple areas, including the roof spoiler (which has completely peeled off), side view mirrors, and door handles. You've reported the issue to Kia, but they've declined to extend the warranty or repair the paint despite being aware of the problem. Fixing this would likely involve sanding, repainting, and potentially replacing affected trim pieces like the spoiler.

NHTSA #: 11711162
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2024

1) Vehicle is burning oil and engine is overheating quite fast. 2)Vehicle has stalled or shut off on its own during use 3) Kia dealership refused to address the specific issue due to car being out of warranty because of the mileage. They also wanted to run different tests not directly associated with the issue; Wants to do trial and error which is only creating a humongous bill for the customer. 4) Insurance was contacted and currently awaiting instruction at the present time this form is completed on September 14, 2024 11:35 AM MST 5)No warning lamps or messages appeared. Only found out about initial issue when vehicle was taken in for yearly inspection in accordance to state laws for Tag renewal at a local Pep Boys. The mechanic informed me that my vehicle had an engine recall, the vehicle is burning oil drastically, and that the vehicle will need a new engine. After this and Kia refusing to do anything, all my vehicle issues became worse(April 2024-Present). I must put oil every 1k miles now presently. I revisited Oil Changers multiple times for a top off before it was even time for an oil change. The mechanic also made it so my oil would burn slower but it did not work.

NHTSA #: 11614592
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Oct 2023

On the computer radio area the screen is showing green and red saying to insert USB drive . Press Power key or ACC off and on. Total Update Mode. Caution! Keep the power and don't remove USB. Kia dealership told me I should receive a USB drive in the mail from Kia corporate to do the update at home at no charge. Kia corporate told me my vehicle is not a part of the current update. Then the Kia dealership in Saltillo, MS advised me to but my own USB drive and download the update on my own to do it. The whole situation seems unsafe. I feel someone needs to be advised of this situation. The case # is notated on the screenshot of the email from Kia corporate.

NHTSA #: 11549678
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Aug 2022

Kia Ignition switch it is making it easy for criminals to steal due to them not have immobilizers and the criminal are able from them yo start up with just a usb cord

NHTSA #: 11480895
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: May 2022

On two occasions, most recently on 5/28/22, the gasoline overflowed when filling tank. If working properly, the vehicle should have automatically stopped the flow when the tank was full.

NHTSA #: 11466683
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Oct 2020

THE ENTIRE BACK OF THE SUNROOF HAS SHATTERED. CAR IS ONLY A 2019 WITH 15000 MILES. WE HAVE A ROGUE WHICH IS OVER 5 YEARS OLD AND HAVE HAD NO ISSUES WITH THE SUNROOF.

NHTSA #: 11366283
mediumUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jan 2020

WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS I HEARD A POPPING SOUND, GOT OUT CHECKED MY TIRES AND EVERTHING SEEMED OK. ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEAR A CRACKING SOUND. I PULLED BACK THE SUNROOF PANEL AND SAW SHATTERED GLASS

NHTSA #: 11302494
lowUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Filed: Jul 2025

The paint on your 2019 Kia Sportage is peeling or flaking off. This is a cosmetic issue that affects the appearance of your vehicle and may expose the underlying surface to weather damage. A repair would likely involve sanding the affected area and repainting it to match your vehicle's original finish.

NHTSA #: 11673193

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