2005 Kia Sportage
The 2005 Kia Sportage has 93 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (16%) concerns air bags. Next are fuel system (15%) and electrical system (9%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 93 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Air bags 16% of complaints
- Recalls
- 3
- Fuel economy
- 19 to 22 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
The 2005 Kia Sportage has 93 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (16%) concerns air bags. Next are fuel system (15%) and electrical system (9%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2005 Kia Sportage
Recalls
The 2005 Kia Sportage is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2005 Kia Sportage. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 19 city / 25 highway.