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2017 Kia Sportage Brakes Problems

19 owner-reported brakes complaints from NHTSA data

19
Complaints
1
Recalls
3
Fires
Jan 2023Nov 2024
Date Range

Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Brakes Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #21V137000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206.

Owner Complaints (19)

criticalSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
FireFiled: Apr 2022

The contact owned a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled as several warning lights appeared on the instrument panel. The contact pulled over and while taking a picture of his instrument panel, a grayish color smoke began to emit from the hood of the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11462753
criticalSERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
FireFiled: Mar 2021

Tl* the contacts son owned a 2017 kia sportage. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle began to smoke coming from the front end of the vehicle. While attempting to depress the brake pedal, the vehicle continued forward movement.

NHTSA #: 11404989
highSERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
FireFiled: Apr 2021

Tl* the contact owns a 2017 kia sportage. The contact stated that while driving, the check engine and battery lights suddenly displayed and smoke was seen coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer kia of bedford located 18180 rockside rd, bedford, oh 44146.

NHTSA #: 11414555
highPARKING BRAKE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
Filed: Mar 2020

My parking brake no longer sets, it just pumps and never locks. So I hope I don't have to park on any hills for a while. Also, my heating and air goes wonky sometimes and won't show me the actual temp or give me the option to increase or decrease in temp or mode unless I park and turn the engine off, start it again, then turn off the whole cooling or heating system and then mess with it more.

NHTSA #: 11316603
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jun 2025

My vehicle's brakes are making a strange, unusual noise that I don't notice around other vehicles when I have the opportunity to access them (service vehicle or renter car).

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NHTSA #: 11669277
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2024

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the ABS, Traction Control, and Hill Start Assist warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that an unknown sensor needed to be replaced.

NHTSA #: 11608564
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that check engine warning light had started blinking. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced.

NHTSA #: 11543848
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Aug 2022

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11478399
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Feb 2022

Vehicle basically activates Traction control System while going 70 to 85 on highway. Basically feels like you hit a decent sized bump. Then the car activates downhill brake control which limits the RPMs of the vehicle.

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NHTSA #: 11451673
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: Jun 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11421050
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11418496
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11418517
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V137000 (Service brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11418335
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

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NHTSA #: 11418398
mediumSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Filed: May 2021

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available.

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NHTSA #: 11418006
mediumSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Aug 2016

While driving on a 4-lane street in my community I stopped for a red light. I stepped on brakes and the peddle went down to the floor. My car glided to a stop in the middle of intersection.

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NHTSA #: 10899004
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Nov 2024

ABS system failing on my 2017 kia sportage VIN # [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c.

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NHTSA #: 11623229
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Feb 2023

Calipers lock up, even going 10 MPH. This is after 1 month of replacing part of the brake line and the caliper. The brake system sensor seems to be faulty as the car never tells you that you have an issue.

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NHTSA #: 11509249
lowSERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jan 2023

Front passenger side brake system catches and the entire car shakes once you have gotten to 75 MPH. No code appears, and it isn’t breaks, line, or caliper. It seems to be a faulty ABS module.

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NHTSA #: 11502771

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