Kia Sportage Common Faults in Ireland
QL (2016–2021) and NQ5 (from 2022) — compact crossover SUV. Updated 2026-10-14.
The RSA lists four Kia Sportage recall entries on its 2023–2026 pages (three in 2023, one in 2025): an instrument cluster that may not light at start-up on 2022–2023 model-year cars (3 August 2023), a one-vehicle fire-risk entry (22 August 2023) and two brake-electronics fire-risk entries for Sportages built 2010–2015 (4 January 2023 and 6 February 2025). Ask a Kia dealer to check the car's VIN for open recalls before buying. Kia Ireland's warranty runs 84 months or 150,000 km from first registration and passes to later owners while it has not expired. This guide does not rank model years or engines by reliability; it relies on regulator and manufacturer documents and dated Irish press reports.
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Figures for this model, not averages.
CO₂ and VRT
- Diesel: 132–170 g/km (typically 143)
- Diesel hybrid: 133–196 g/km — depends on the engine
- Hybrid: 130–150 g/km (typically 130)
- Plug-in hybrid: 25 g/km
WLTP, measured across 14,220 Irish-registered cars (EEA data). CO₂ sets the VRT band when you import one.
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Which Kia Sportage years should you avoid?
No single model year stands out in the sources checked, so none is named worst. The documents that do exist are recalls, and they are tied to build dates (and, in one RSA entry, to model years), not to a year as such. The RSA's online lists start in 2023 and its 2011–2022 archive is held by the CCPC. An archived copy of the CCPC archive listing (5 February 2023) has seven Kia entries and none names the Sportage, but that listing is not guaranteed complete (a 2014 Sportage recall reported by CompleteCar.ie is not on it), so recalls from 2016–2022 could not be confirmed either way. Avoid any Sportage whose recall work has not been completed, and be cautious with any car that has no documented service history.
Best and worst years to buy
No single model year stands out in the sources checked, so none is named best. What the documents do show: CompleteCar.ie reported on 29 October 2015 that the fourth-generation Sportage would be in Irish dealerships by January 2016 with a 1.7 CRDi 115 hp or a 2.0 CRDi 136 hp diesel, and Changing Lanes (27 July 2016) describes the 1.7 as the front-wheel-drive engine and the 2.0 as the all-wheel-drive one. Changing Lanes reported on 3 January 2019 that an updated model was on sale with one engine, a new 1.6 CRDi in 115 hp (manual) and 136 hp (automatic) form replacing the 1.7. The fifth generation was priced for Ireland on 31 January 2022 (CompleteCar.ie), on a platform shared with the Hyundai Tucson and, in CompleteCar.ie's words, with hybrid power for the first time; the Sportage Hybrid was on sale by April 2022 and the plug-in hybrid followed later that year (Changing Lanes, 26 April and 5 December 2022). Those describe what changed; they are not evidence that any year is more reliable.
No single model year stands out in the sources checked, so none is named worst. The documents that do exist are recalls, and they are tied to build dates (and, in one RSA entry, to model years), not to a year as such. The RSA's online lists start in 2023 and its 2011–2022 archive is held by the CCPC. An archived copy of the CCPC archive listing (5 February 2023) has seven Kia entries and none names the Sportage, but that listing is not guaranteed complete (a 2014 Sportage recall reported by CompleteCar.ie is not on it), so recalls from 2016–2022 could not be confirmed either way. Avoid any Sportage whose recall work has not been completed, and be cautious with any car that has no documented service history.
Known faults — Kia Sportage QL (2016–2021) and NQ5 (from 2022)
Fault patterns are cross-checked against manufacturer technical bulletins, the RSA Ireland recall portal and Autoza dealer feedback. Repair costs are Irish ranges built from verified 2026 Irish labour rates, never converted from another market. Severity is colour-coded.
Recall status: ask a dealer to check the VIN
Major — significant repair cost- Symptoms
- An unfinished recall may show no symptoms at all. The RSA names the Sportage in four recall entries between 2023 and 2025; they are listed in the entries below.
- Years affected
- All years. The RSA's online lists start in 2023 (its 2011–2022 archive is held by the CCPC), and recalls from 2016–2022 could not be confirmed for this guide.
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps
- What to check before buying
- Ask a Kia dealer to check the car's VIN against open recalls and give you written confirmation that all recall work is done. The RSA has no VIN lookup: its FAQ says to contact the authorised dealer, and recall queries can go to vehiclerecalls@rsa.ie. Kia Ireland's recalls page says recall information can be searched through a free Kia Account.
RSA recall (3 August 2023): instrument cluster may not light at start-up (Sportage and Sportage HEV)
Major — significant repair cost- Symptoms
- RSA wording: voltage instability when the vehicle is starting may cause the instrument cluster to fail to illuminate, which could make drivers unable to see important vehicle indicators; the non-functional displays could cause a crash.
- Years affected
- Niro HEV, Sportage and Sportage HEV, model years 2022–2023 (the RSA gives "MY: 2022-2023", not build dates): RSA lists 1,154 vehicles in Ireland across the three models
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps
- What to check before buying
- Ask a Kia dealer to confirm in writing that this recall was done on any 2022 or 2023 Sportage. At the viewing, start the car several times and check that the instrument cluster lights fully each time. Source: RSA recalls by manufacturer (2023).
RSA recall (22 August 2023): possible engine production error, fire risk (five models; 1 vehicle in Ireland)
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- RSA wording: a possible production error may lead to unexpected thermal developments as a result of fuel or oil leaks or damage to the engine; the risk of a breakdown could endanger following traffic, and there is a risk of fire.
- Years affected
- Cerato, Forte, Optima, Sorento and Sportage together, "MY: 11 January 2011 to 13 September 2018" as printed by the RSA: it lists 1 vehicle in Ireland across all five models
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps
- What to check before buying
- Part of the dealer VIN check. The RSA lists one affected vehicle in Ireland across the five models. At the viewing, look under the engine and bonnet for oil or fuel leaks. Source: RSA recalls by manufacturer (2023).
RSA recalls (4 January 2023 and 6 February 2025): brake-system electronics, engine-compartment fire risk (Sportage built 2010–2015)
Major — significant repair cost- Symptoms
- RSA wording (6 February 2025): a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC system, which may increase current and overheat the fuse box, raising the risk of the engine catching fire whether the vehicle is parked or being driven; the cause is a slight internal leak of brake fluid. RSA wording (4 January 2023): the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.
- Years affected
- Sportage built 12 March 2010–24 January 2014: RSA lists 4,362 vehicles in Ireland (recall of 6 February 2025). Sportage (SLe) built 15 May 2013–17 November 2015: RSA lists 3,852 vehicles (recall of 4 January 2023). Both build windows end before the fourth generation reached Irish dealerships in January 2016.
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps
- What to check before buying
- Relevant to any Sportage built before 2016. Ask a Kia dealer to confirm in writing that both recalls were done. Source: RSA recalls by manufacturer (2023 and 2025).
Earlier recall reported in the press (6 May 2014): driver seatbelt pre-tensioner (Sportage built 2011–2012)
Major — significant repair cost- Symptoms
- CompleteCar.ie reported that, in worst-case scenarios, the driver's seatbelt pre-tensioner may not hold the occupant in place because of a faulty piston; Kia Ireland said there had been no reported incidents involving the Sportage.
- Years affected
- Sportage built in Slovakia 7 October 2011–21 November 2012: 1,126 vehicles in Ireland, as reported by CompleteCar.ie on 6 May 2014
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Recall work: Kia Motors Ireland said it would contact owners by post and have their cars inspected at a Kia dealership; CompleteCar.ie reported a repair time of about one to two hours depending on the work needed
- What to check before buying
- An old campaign, listed because it is a documented Irish recall of the earlier generation. This is a press report of a manufacturer recall, not an RSA or CCPC notice. Ask a Kia dealer to confirm that it was completed on any 2011–2012 Sportage.
Automatic gearbox test drive (dual-clutch or six-speed automatic)
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- Look for hesitation, judder from a standstill, harsh or jerky shifts at low speed, or a transmission or hybrid warning light on the test drive
- Years affected
- Automatic Sportages. Changing Lanes reported on 3 January 2019 that the updated fourth-generation car came with a 115 hp manual or a 136 hp automatic, and on 26 April 2022 that the fifth-generation 1.6 diesel came with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, while the Sportage Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid have a six-speed automatic. Kia Europe's July 2018 press kit lists a 7-speed dual-clutch on the 136 ps 1.6 CRDi (the 2.0 CRDi mild hybrid had an eight-speed automatic in Europe).
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Independent garage €900–€1,800 · Main dealer €1,400–€2,800This is the clearest case for going independent: a specialist rebuild of the existing unit typically costs well under a dealer’s replacement unit. Diagnosis alone is usually €80–€180 — pay for that first and decide afterwards.
- What to check before buying
- Long test drive including pulling away from a standstill, low-speed manoeuvring, a hill and motorway acceleration; ask for the gearbox service record. If anything feels wrong, have a Kia dealer or an independent specialist inspect the car before you buy, and get two written quotes for any repair. This is a general automatic-gearbox check: no regulator, recall or Kia document reviewed identifies a Sportage gearbox fault pattern.
Kia Ireland warranty: check the registration date and the service record
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- A car first registered more than seven years ago, or over 150,000 km, is outside the warranty; a missing service record can lead to a claim being declined.
- Years affected
- All years. Kia Ireland's terms give 84 months or 150,000 km from the date of first registration for a new car bought from an authorised Kia dealer and registered and normally used in Ireland; the warranty transfers to each new owner as long as it has not expired (Kia Ireland, read 14 October 2026).
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Costs vary widely by garage — get one quote from a local independent and one from a main dealer before committing. Irish labour runs about €70–€110 an hour independent and €110–€160 at a franchised dealer, VAT included.
- What to check before buying
- Work out the expiry date from the first-registration date, not the year in the advert, and ask for the stamped service booklet. Kia says a late or missing service does not automatically void the warranty, but a fault attributable to incorrect maintenance is declined, and Kia Ireland keeps no central service-record database. The terms list the 12-volt and 48-volt battery and the air-conditioning refrigerant charge at 24 months, the original audio and navigation at 36 months or 100,000 km and paint at 60 months or 150,000 km, and exclude normal wear and maintenance items. For hybrids and plug-in hybrids they list the hybrid-system parts (battery pack, hybrid starter generator, hybrid power control unit, automatic transmission and traction motor) at 84 months or 150,000 km; the 48-volt battery appears under both headings, so ask a Kia dealer which applies to a mild-hybrid car. The terms describe Kia's current range, so ask for the warranty booklet that came with the car.
Hybrid and plug-in hybrid systems
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- Charging not starting, charge-port or cable problems, a hybrid-system warning message, or an electric range far below the stated figure
- Years affected
- Fifth-generation Sportage Hybrid (230 hp, six-speed automatic), on sale in Ireland by April 2022, and Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (265 hp, 13.8 kWh battery, up to about 70 km electric range on the WLTP test), on sale by December 2022 (Changing Lanes, 26 April and 5 December 2022; Kia Europe press kit, 6 December 2021).
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Costs vary widely by garage — get one quote from a local independent and one from a main dealer before committing. Irish labour runs about €70–€110 an hour independent and €110–€160 at a franchised dealer, VAT included.
- What to check before buying
- Charge a plug-in hybrid with its own cable during the viewing, check that it enters electric mode, and check that the hybrid system shows no warnings. Ask a Kia dealer about the high-voltage battery check and the warranty position for that car's registration date: Kia lists the hybrid system and battery pack at 84 months or 150,000 km from first registration while the warranty is in force. This is a general check, not a documented Kia fault.
Diesel emissions system (SCR and AdBlue)
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- Look for an engine or emissions warning light, a low-AdBlue warning, rough running or reduced power on the test drive
- Years affected
- Diesel Sportages. Kia's European press kits describe the 1.6 CRDi (introduced for the updated fourth generation and part of the fifth-generation line-up) as using selective catalytic reduction (SCR) emissions control, with a urea (AdBlue) tank.
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Independent garage €370–€1,250 · Main dealer €500–€2,250
- What to check before buying
- Ask for the full service history and how the car was used (regular longer runs or mostly short trips), check for warning lights at start-up and the AdBlue level, and consider a diagnostic scan before buying. If work is needed, get two written quotes. This is a general used-diesel check, not a fault identified by Kia or a regulator.
Engine oil level, leaks and service history (all engines)
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- A low oil level on the dipstick, oil or fuel residue under the engine or bonnet, or an oil-pressure or engine warning light
- Years affected
- All years (general check). No recall or Kia document reviewed names oil consumption on the Sportage; the nearest document is the one-vehicle RSA recall of 22 August 2023 for fuel or oil leaks.
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Costs vary widely by garage — get one quote from a local independent and one from a main dealer before committing. Irish labour runs about €70–€110 an hour independent and €110–€160 at a franchised dealer, VAT included.
- What to check before buying
- Check the oil level at the viewing with the engine cold and the car on level ground, look under the car for leaks, and ask for evidence of regular oil changes. Kia declines warranty claims where a fault is attributable to incorrect maintenance, so the record matters.
Suspension and steering noises
Minor — wear-and-tear- Symptoms
- Knocking or clunking over rough roads and speed bumps, or uneven tyre wear
- Years affected
- All years (general check)
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Independent garage €130–€600 · Main dealer €180–€1,100Priced per corner. Irish road surfaces make this one of the most common jobs on the list, and independents are usually far cheaper than a dealer for it.
- What to check before buying
- Drive over rough roads and speed bumps with the radio off, listening for knocks, and look for uneven tyre wear. If a noise is found, have a garage inspect it and get two written quotes. This is a general check, not a fault identified by Kia or a regulator.
Tyre-pressure warning and tyres
Minor — wear-and-tear- Symptoms
- A tyre-pressure warning light that stays on or comes back after the pressures have been corrected
- Years affected
- All years (general check)
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Costs vary widely by garage — get one quote from a local independent and one from a main dealer before committing. Irish labour runs about €70–€110 an hour independent and €110–€160 at a franchised dealer, VAT included.
- What to check before buying
- With the ignition on, check that no tyre-pressure warning stays lit, and check tyre condition and date codes. Kia Ireland's warranty terms say tyres are covered by the tyre manufacturer's warranty, not Kia's.
Infotainment, phone connection and driver-assistance systems
Minor — wear-and-tear- Symptoms
- Touchscreen unresponsive, navigation or phone connection not working, or camera and lane-assist warnings
- Years affected
- All years (general check)
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Costs vary widely by garage — get one quote from a local independent and one from a main dealer before committing. Irish labour runs about €70–€110 an hour independent and €110–€160 at a franchised dealer, VAT included.
- What to check before buying
- Use the touchscreen, navigation, phone connection, reversing camera and driver-assistance functions for 15 minutes during the test drive. Kia's terms cover the original audio and navigation for 36 months or 100,000 km from first registration, so check the registration date.
Service history and pre-purchase inspection
Moderate — service-level fix- Symptoms
- Gaps in the service record, missing invoices, or a mileage that does not match the wear
- Years affected
- All years
- Repair cost in Ireland
- Costs vary widely by garage — get one quote from a local independent and one from a main dealer before committing. Irish labour runs about €70–€110 an hour independent and €110–€160 at a franchised dealer, VAT included.
- What to check before buying
- Ask for the full service history and receipts, have a Kia dealer check the VIN for open recalls, and book an independent pre-purchase inspection before you pay.
Who this car suits — and who should look elsewhere
Family buyers wanting a compact crossover SUV who will check the car's recall status, service history and the date its Kia warranty ends before buying.
Buyers who cannot confirm a car's recall status and service history before paying.
Frequently asked questions about the Kia Sportage
What are the most common faults on a used Kia Sportage in Ireland?+
The RSA lists four Kia Sportage recall entries on its 2023–2026 pages (three in 2023, one in 2025): an instrument cluster that may not light at start-up on 2022–2023 model-year cars (3 August 2023), a one-vehicle fire-risk entry (22 August 2023) and two brake-electronics fire-risk entries for Sportages built 2010–2015 (4 January 2023 and 6 February 2025). Ask a Kia dealer to check the car's VIN for open recalls before buying. Kia Ireland's warranty runs 84 months or 150,000 km from first registration and passes to later owners while it has not expired. This guide does not rank model years or engines by reliability; it relies on regulator and manufacturer documents and dated Irish press reports.
What is the best year to buy a used Kia Sportage in Ireland?+
No single model year stands out in the sources checked, so none is named best. What the documents do show: CompleteCar.ie reported on 29 October 2015 that the fourth-generation Sportage would be in Irish dealerships by January 2016 with a 1.7 CRDi 115 hp or a 2.0 CRDi 136 hp diesel, and Changing Lanes (27 July 2016) describes the 1.7 as the front-wheel-drive engine and the 2.0 as the all-wheel-drive one. Changing Lanes reported on 3 January 2019 that an updated model was on sale with one engine, a new 1.6 CRDi in 115 hp (manual) and 136 hp (automatic) form replacing the 1.7. The fifth generation was priced for Ireland on 31 January 2022 (CompleteCar.ie), on a platform shared with the Hyundai Tucson and, in CompleteCar.ie's words, with hybrid power for the first time; the Sportage Hybrid was on sale by April 2022 and the plug-in hybrid followed later that year (Changing Lanes, 26 April and 5 December 2022). Those describe what changed; they are not evidence that any year is more reliable.
Which Kia Sportage years should you avoid?+
We have not found a published source that singles out a model year of the QL (2016–2021) and NQ5 (from 2022) Kia Sportage to avoid, so none is named. Check the VIN for open recalls and the service history of any car before you buy.
How much does a used Kia Sportage cost in Ireland in 2026?+
Typical asking prices on Autoza.ie: Fourth generation (2016–2021 cars): about €11,500–€22,000; fifth generation (2022–2024 cars): about €25,500–€32,000. Indicative asking prices on autoza.ie on 14 October 2026 (10th–90th percentile of current asking prices, rounded to €500) that vary widely with age, mileage and spec. Prices vary by mileage, county, and trim. Compare at least five listings of the same year and mileage band before negotiating.
What is the motor tax on a Kia Sportage in Ireland?+
Annual motor tax: Set by the car's CO2 figure, not the model name (Department of Transport rates, read at motortax.ie on 14 October 2026). Cars registered up to 31 December 2020 use NEDC bands: Irish launch coverage put the 2016 1.7 CRDi in NEDC Band A4 (111–120 g/km, €200 a year), and Kia Europe rated the 2018 1.6 CRDi 115 ps at 126 g/km, NEDC Band B1 (121–130 g/km, €270 a year). Cars registered from 1 January 2021 use WLTP bands: CompleteCar.ie's launch report for the 2022 fifth generation gave CO2 from 125 g/km for the hybrid (WLTP Band B1, 121–130 g/km, €200 a year), 135 g/km for the diesel (WLTP Band B2, 131–140 g/km, €210 a year) and 142 g/km for the mild hybrid (WLTP Band C1, 141–150 g/km, €270 a year), and Changing Lanes gave the plug-in hybrid €140 a year, which is WLTP Band A1 (1–50 g/km). Optional equipment can raise a car's CO2 figure and band, and other engines (such as the 2.0 CRDi) have their own figures. A car's own registration figure decides its band, so check the specific car at motortax.ie.. Irish motor tax is set by CO2 and by the date the car was FIRST REGISTERED, not by model generation: cars first registered between July 2008 and December 2020 are taxed on the NEDC CO2 table, and cars first registered from 1 January 2021 on the WLTP table. The two tables use the same band letters for different amounts, so the same car can pay a different rate depending on its registration date. An import is keyed to its first registration in its country of origin. Check the CO2 figure on your VRC against the tables on https://autoza.ie/motor-tax-calculator-ireland for the exact rate.
What real-world fuel economy does a Kia Sportage achieve on Irish roads?+
Fuel economy: Official figures are quoted where Kia published them; real-world consumption varies. Kia Ireland's current specification page lists 5.1–5.4 l/100 km (its weighted combined figure) and 132–141 g/km CO2 for the current 1.6 CRDi 136 ps mild-hybrid diesel. Changing Lanes measured 6.1 l/100 km over a week in a 2019 1.6 CRDi (3 January 2019), 5.2 l/100 km in a 2022 GT Line diesel mild hybrid (26 April 2022) and about 6.4 l/100 km in the plug-in hybrid on an empty battery (5 December 2022); Kia's stated electric range for the plug-in hybrid is up to about 70 km on the WLTP test.. Official WLTP figures are lab figures; real-world consumption varies with driving style, load, weather and how the car is used.
How does a Kia Sportage compare to its rivals?+
Strong alternatives in Ireland: Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Qashqai J12, Toyota RAV4, Skoda Karoq. Choose based on dealer network in your county, parts availability, and your priorities (running cost vs. cabin quality vs. badge).
Who is the Kia Sportage most suitable for?+
Family buyers wanting a compact crossover SUV who will check the car's recall status, service history and the date its Kia warranty ends before buying.
Who should NOT buy a Kia Sportage?+
Buyers who cannot confirm a car's recall status and service history before paying.
What should I know about the Recall status: ask a dealer to check the VIN on the Kia Sportage?+
Recall status: ask a dealer to check the VIN: an Irish recall notice, not a general fault pattern. Symptoms: An unfinished recall may show no symptoms at all. The RSA names the Sportage in four recall entries between 2023 and 2025; they are listed in the entries below.. Years affected: All years. The RSA's online lists start in 2023 (its 2011–2022 archive is held by the CCPC), and recalls from 2016–2022 could not be confirmed for this guide.. Repair cost in Ireland: Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps What to check before buying: Ask a Kia dealer to check the car's VIN against open recalls and give you written confirmation that all recall work is done. The RSA has no VIN lookup: its FAQ says to contact the authorised dealer, and recall queries can go to vehiclerecalls@rsa.ie. Kia Ireland's recalls page says recall information can be searched through a free Kia Account.
What should I know about the RSA recall (3 August 2023): instrument cluster may not light at start-up (Sportage and Sportage HEV) on the Kia Sportage?+
RSA recall (3 August 2023): instrument cluster may not light at start-up (Sportage and Sportage HEV): an Irish recall notice, not a general fault pattern. Symptoms: RSA wording: voltage instability when the vehicle is starting may cause the instrument cluster to fail to illuminate, which could make drivers unable to see important vehicle indicators; the non-functional displays could cause a crash.. Years affected: Niro HEV, Sportage and Sportage HEV, model years 2022–2023 (the RSA gives "MY: 2022-2023", not build dates): RSA lists 1,154 vehicles in Ireland across the three models. Repair cost in Ireland: Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps What to check before buying: Ask a Kia dealer to confirm in writing that this recall was done on any 2022 or 2023 Sportage. At the viewing, start the car several times and check that the instrument cluster lights fully each time. Source: RSA recalls by manufacturer (2023).
What should I know about the RSA recalls (4 January 2023 and 6 February 2025): brake-system electronics, engine-compartment fire risk (Sportage built 2010–2015) on the Kia Sportage?+
RSA recalls (4 January 2023 and 6 February 2025): brake-system electronics, engine-compartment fire risk (Sportage built 2010–2015): an Irish recall notice, not a general fault pattern. Symptoms: RSA wording (6 February 2025): a short circuit may occur in the electrical circuit for the ABS/ESC system, which may increase current and overheat the fuse box, raising the risk of the engine catching fire whether the vehicle is parked or being driven; the cause is a slight internal leak of brake fluid. RSA wording (4 January 2023): the hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) module could malfunction and cause an electrical short, which could result in an engine compartment fire.. Years affected: Sportage built 12 March 2010–24 January 2014: RSA lists 4,362 vehicles in Ireland (recall of 6 February 2025). Sportage (SLe) built 15 May 2013–17 November 2015: RSA lists 3,852 vehicles (recall of 4 January 2023). Both build windows end before the fourth generation reached Irish dealerships in January 2016.. Repair cost in Ireland: Recall work is arranged through Kia Ireland, which the RSA says will contact all affected customers to advise of further steps What to check before buying: Relevant to any Sportage built before 2016. Ask a Kia dealer to confirm in writing that both recalls were done. Source: RSA recalls by manufacturer (2023 and 2025).
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