2005 Kia Sportage Problems and Repair Histories
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2005 Kia Sportages for which no problems have been reported are not displayed. So the 2005 Kia Sportage problems and repair histories you see here should not be used to infer car problem frequency.
For 2005 Kia Sportage problem frequency, check the Car Reliability Survey result. For the problems behind the score, check the 2005 Kia Sportage problems and repair histories that follow it.
Kia Sportage Reliability through December 31, 2012
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
| Year | Make/Model | Trips/Year/100 Cars | Compared to all models for the same year | |
| 2005 | Kia Sportage | 18 Sportages, 9.8 months of data per Sportage, average 84300 miles Small sample size. Join or 18 Sportages, 9.8 months of data per Sportage, average 84300 miles Small sample size. sign in to view |
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2005 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV
turbocharged 111hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual AWD
| Kia Sportage in Belgium | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2009 | 33480 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 34720 | 375 | 2 Bad Diesel Fuel Injectors - dealer recommends trying cleaner in fuel tank first before replacement. |
| Dec | 2011 | 45260 | 0 | False Air Bag warning indicator illuminated. |
| Mar | 2013 | 50840 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV
173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Sportage in Western Australia, Australia | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2005 | 750 | oil seal on transfer case had to be changed due to heavy leakage. mechanic quoted 5hours is this correct in AUD. | |
| Feb | 2010 | 22000 | 750 | Transfer box leaking oil found that 3 seals and o ring had to be replaced. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Kia Sportage in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 52000 | 177 | Air conditioning went. A fuse and a relay switch had to be replaced. |
| Oct | 2011 | 54000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV
173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
| Kia Sportage in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2010 | 54000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2012 | 79000 | 0 | Intake hose was lose causing air to leak in and car to stutter. |
| Dec | 2012 | 92000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Kia Sportage in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 84000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 94700 | 300 | My car had a great amount of vibration when driving around on the highway. Tires were balanced and rotated, alignment checked out. Problem still remained. Took it to a local shop and the tech found it was the CV joint, shaft. Issue resolved. |
| Jan | 2013 | 105000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Kia Sportage in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2013 | 43000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 43000 | 0 | bad sterio |
| Kia Sportage in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 16000 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | cruise control stopped working. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Kia Sportage in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2013 | 90000 | First odometer entry | |
| May | 2013 | 90000 | 500 | False Air Bag warning lite. Was an electical sensor in the Drivers seat belt assembly. Replaced complete assembly. I've got to beleive that it could have been repaired, but my wife brought it to the dealer. |
| Kia Sportage in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 18600 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 22940 | 0 | Both rear shocks were noticed to be leaking slightly and dealer replaced under warranty |
| Dec | 2011 | 35340 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Kia Sportage 4dr SUV
140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Kia Sportage in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2011 | 70000 | 8 | One headlight out. Easily replaced with bulb from parts store. |
| Aug | 2011 | 65000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Kia Sportage in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2010 | 69000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2010 | 70000 | 0 | Car used for USPS Rural Mail Delivery. Dust and dirt always getting inside, and spark plugs for power windows & locks would keep burning out every few days. Not sure what exact problem was, but fixed now and much less frequent. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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