2014 Kia Sportage LX
KNDPB3AC0E7561106
Vehicle history report for the 2014 Kia Sportage LX (VIN KNDPB3AC0E7561106). Blue, sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv], 2.4L, gasoline. 13,386 mi reported. Registered in Oh. No open recalls. Unlock full title, salvage, lien & accident history.
![2014 Kia Sportage LX, Blue, Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] — representative vehicle photo for VIN KNDPB3AC0E7561106](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/eb/1996-1999_Kia_Sportage_%28NB-7%29_wagon_%2814203216710%29.jpg)
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Safety recalls None found
No open NHTSA recall campaigns were found for this 2014 Kia Sportage.
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Common problems & what to inspect
Based on 122 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Kia Sportage, here are the most-reported problem areas — and exactly what to check before you buy.
🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
🔍 Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
🔍 Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Pre-purchase checklist
- Match the VIN on the dash, door jamb and title — they must be identical.
- Cold-start the engine; listen for knocks and check for blue or white exhaust smoke.
- Test-drive through all gears at low and highway speed — no slipping, shudder or pulling.
- Confirm every warning light clears at startup (none should stay on).
- Check fluids — oil, coolant, transmission — for level, color and leaks.
- Look underneath for rust, fresh undercoating or signs of collision repair.
- Always get an independent pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic.
Owner complaints 122
Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2014 Kia Sportage.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
My vehicle stalled (104000mi) bought in 2024 looked up online was known between 2023-2024 engine recall I wasn't told or shown on Car Fax anything about this So [XXX] worked on engine 2. Mths no charge was to get new motor they replaced alternator.Told Done Engine light was on I went to drive it jerked and over dash said engine problems return to dealer ( 5…
NHTSA ODI #11736797ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Engine went out , starter went out got it replaced been having issues since I purchased it . Makes a noise my engine oil and gasoline was mixing my engine is locked now
NHTSA ODI #11733904ENGINE
Motor is knocking
NHTSA ODI #11709967ENGINE
My Kia engine was replaced under recall. The replacement engine triggered P1326 KSDS failure while I was traveling overseas, placing the vehicle in limp mode. Kia USA refuses to assist or authorize diagnosis, leaving me stranded. This is a repeat recall-related safety failure, even though there is a Kia Dealership near me.
NHTSA ODI #11704954ENGINE
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle jerked and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated. In addition, the vehicle hesitated and failed to exceed 40 MPH. The contact exited the freeway. The vehicle was taken to Auto Zone, …
NHTSA ODI #11691867ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
My truck consumes excessive engine oil.
NHTSA ODI #11685794UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
My 2014 Kia Sportage experienced sudden and complete engine failure while I was driving on the highway at 75 mph. The engine locked up instantly, with no warning lights or alerts of any kind. The only prior issue was that the vehicle constantly burned oil and needed to be topped off frequently, but there was never any indication that the engine was about to …
NHTSA ODI #11683260FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. The check engine warning light was illum…
NHTSA ODI #11669548+ 114 more complaints on record.
