2008 Kia Sportage
The 2008 Kia Sportage has 138 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (20%) concerns electrical system. Next are brakes (17%) and engine (15%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 138 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Electrical system 20% 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 2008 Kia Sportage has 138 complaints on file with NHTSA. The largest share (20%) concerns electrical system. Next are brakes (17%) and engine (15%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 2008 Kia Sportage
Recalls
The 2008 Kia Sportage is affected by 3 safety recall campaigns in NHTSA's records.
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 5 versions of the 2008 Kia Sportage. Combined fuel economy ranges from 19 to 22 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 20 city / 25 highway.