2011 KIA SPORTAGE Safety Overview
The 2011 KIA SPORTAGE has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 6 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
- Engine
- Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as an engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for KIA SPORTAGE owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
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An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 23V652000: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Kia Sportage vehicles.
A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 19V101000: A damaged engine can increase the risk of a fire or it can cause an engine... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 S...
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V907000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Kia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sp...
Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 17V224000: Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2011 Sportage vehicles manufactured Marc...
Whenever the brake switch is not working, the brake lights will not illuminate, reducing the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions of stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V360000: Whenever the brake switch is not working, the brake lights will not... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Kia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-201...
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 to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 13V114000: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.