2017 Kia Sportage problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2017 Kia Sportage have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Kia Sportage. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2017 Kia Sportage get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Kia Sportage at about 23 mpg combined (21 city / 26 highway).

Q: How much is a 2017 Kia Sportage worth?

Comparable 2017 Kia Sportage listings run roughly $13,995–$20,988, typically around $16,923 (from 27 vehicles).

2017 Kia Sportage at a glance

Safety recalls4

Owner complaints391

Combined23 mpg

Typical price$16,923

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2017 Kia Sportage recalls 4

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings NHTSA Campaign #18V907000 · 19/12/2018

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine repl…

Fix: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module NHTSA Campaign #21V137000 · 04/03/2021

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU softwar…

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #16V862000 · 30/11/2016

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Sorento vehicles manufactured October 27, 2014, to August 25, 2016, and 2017 Sportage vehicles manufactured December 10, 2015, to August 26, 2016. The affected vehicles are equipped with an accessory trailer hitch wiring harness that, due to a malfunction of the tow hitch module, may result in the trailer brake lights being constantly illuminated. …

Fix: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the trailer tow hitch harness, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC142.

Trailer Hitches NHTSA Campaign #22V703000 · 19/09/2022

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, whi…

Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia c…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2017 Kia Sportage common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 391 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

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.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

2017 Kia Sportage MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg

City21 mpg

Highway26 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,642

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2017 Kia Sportage worth?

Low

$13,995

Typical price

$16,923

High

$20,988

From 27 comparable 2017 Kia Sportage listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Kia Sportage costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,210

Depreciation (5 yrs)$2,950

Total$16,160

Per mile$0.22

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($16,923) with the same model 5 model-years older ($13,988), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Kia Sportage trims & engines on record

Trims

LX · EX · SX Turbo

Engines

2.4L 4-cyl 181 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 240 hp

2017 Kia Sportage vehicles on record

2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPN3AC7H7113313

2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC9H7071386

2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPMCAC9H7163150

2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC0H7268141 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCACXH7048957 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPN3AC4H7228256 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPN3AC0H7260525 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC7H7225948 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC0H7228757 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC6H7116884 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC0H7160671

2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPN3AC8H7090091 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPMCAC4H7184486 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC9H7053828 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPMCAC9H7254421

2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPMCAC1H7033329

2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC0H7185812

2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC5H7215258 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPN3AC0H7112570 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC0H7058459 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC1H7232932 2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC5H7091084 2017 Kia Sportage LXKNDPM3AC8H7060236

2017 Kia Sportage EXKNDPNCAC9H7099432

Other Kia Sportage model years

2017 Kia Sportage — frequently asked questions

Does the 2017 Kia Sportage have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2017 Kia Sportage. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Kia Sportage?

Based on 391 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, service brakes, vehicle speed control.

What gas mileage does the 2017 Kia Sportage get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2017 Kia Sportage at about 23 mpg combined (21 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 2017 Kia Sportage worth?

Comparable 2017 Kia Sportage listings run roughly $13,995–$20,988, typically around $16,923 (from 27 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.