How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Kia Sportage have?

NHTSA lists 24 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage, which is 6% of the 399 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Kia Sportage fuel system?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the fuel system on the 2017 Kia Sportage.

At what mileage do fuel system problems usually appear on the 2017 Sportage?

The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2017 Kia Sportage is 42,700 miles.

Did the 2017 Kia Sportage fuel system issues cause any fires or crashes?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area includes 2 fires and 1 crash reported for the 2017 Kia Sportage.

How does 2017 compare to other Sportage years for fuel system complaints?

The 2017 Sportage's 24 fuel system complaints are the highest raw count among the years listed, though its 6% share is similar to other model years such as 2011 and 2014.

2017 Kia Sportage Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 24 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage, 6% of its 399 total complaints for the year. Owners reported fuel leaks, stalling, and loss of power, with a median failure mileage of 42,700 miles. No related recalls are listed for this area.

Fuel System complaints: 24; 6% of 399
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 42,700 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Owners report a strong fuel odor from a leaking fuel line, in one case traced to animal damage to the plastic line.
Some describe the engine losing power or stalling while driving, with the vehicle refusing to accelerate then restarting after idling.
Others report the car failing to move when the gas pedal is pressed, with the RPMs revving while the vehicle stays still.
A few owners noticed the check engine light returning repeatedly along with signs of a fuel leak, including dead grass where the car was parked.
One report describes the RPM gauge spiking to about 5,000 rpm briefly and unpredictably while driving at a steady speed.

When 2017 Kia Sportage fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Sep 29, 2016, latest Jul 6, 2026.

24 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2016 to Jul 2026; peak Dec 2017 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2017 Kia Sportage

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Fuel System complaints by Sportage model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200514 (21%)
20066 (5%)
20072 (3%)
20082 (2%)
20095 (6%)
20100 (0%)
201110 (6%)
20127 (2%)
20139 (2%)
20148 (7%)
20157 (5%)
20169 (7%)
201724 (6%)
201811 (7%)
20197 (10%)
20208 (5%)
20212 (4%)
20223 (7%)
202314 (7%)
20243 (4%)
20251 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many fuel system complaints does the 2017 Kia Sportage have?: NHTSA lists 24 fuel system complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage, which is 6% of the 399 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Kia Sportage fuel system?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the fuel system on the 2017 Kia Sportage.
At what mileage do fuel system problems usually appear on the 2017 Sportage?: The median mileage at failure for fuel system complaints on the 2017 Kia Sportage is 42,700 miles.
Did the 2017 Kia Sportage fuel system issues cause any fires or crashes?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area includes 2 fires and 1 crash reported for the 2017 Kia Sportage.
How does 2017 compare to other Sportage years for fuel system complaints?: The 2017 Sportage's 24 fuel system complaints are the highest raw count among the years listed, though its 6% share is similar to other model years such as 2011 and 2014.