2007 Kia Sportage: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2007 Kia Sportage: 2 recalls, 77 owner complaints and up to 22 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #09V130000 · 2009 · 139,844 vehicles
What's wrong: The stop lamp switch in the affected vehicles May malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch May cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or May cause the brake lights to remain illuminated when the brake pedal is released. A stop lamp switch malfunction May also affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature so the transmission shifter would not be able…
Why it matters: Any of these malfunctions, alone or in combination, May lead to a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the stop lamp switch free of charge. The recall began on June 17, 2009.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #13V114000 · 2013 · 980,377 vehicles
What's wrong: Originally, in April 2013, Kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 rondo and sportage, model year 2007-2011 sorento, model year 2007 sedona, model year 2010-2011 soul, and model year 2011 optima vehicles. In September 2013, Kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp…
Why it matters: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter May be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This May lead…
The fix: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in May 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 5 mention a fire, 8 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (13): the most common themes are fails to deploy (3), warning light on (3).
- Electrical (13): the most common themes are electrical failure (8), warning light on (5).
- Exterior lights (12): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
- Stability control (11): the most common themes are warning light on (3), noise or vibration (2).
The 2007 Kia Sportage has 77 owner complaints, ranking #20 of 31 Sportage model years for complaints (well below the 152 average). Complaints peaked in 2015 (9 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 69,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2006 (111 complaints, 1 recalls), 2008 (98 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 21 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2007 Kia Sportage have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2007 Kia Sportage. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2007 Kia Sportage problems?
Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (13), electrical (13), exterior lights (12).
What gas mileage does the 2007 Kia Sportage get?
EPA ratings run up to 22 mpg combined (2.0 L, Manual 5-spd), across 5 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2007 Kia Sportage repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.