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1998 Kia Sportage

The 1998 Kia Sportage has 558 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (16%) concerns engine. Next are brakes (15%) and electrical system (10%).

At a glance

Complaints
558 filed with NHTSA
Most reported
Engine 16% of complaints
Recalls
3
Fuel economy
19 MPG combined

Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA

Problems owners report

The 1998 Kia Sportage has 558 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (16%) concerns engine. Next are brakes (15%) and electrical system (10%).

Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Kia Sportage

Recalls

The 1998 Kia Sportage is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.

All 3 recall campaigns for the 1998 Kia Sportage

Fuel economy

The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1998 Kia Sportage. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 19 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 21 highway.

Every version and its yearly fuel cost

Other model years of the Sportage