How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Kia Sportage?

NHTSA lists 31 Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage, which is 8% of the 399 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to the 2017 Kia Sportage's structure or body?

Yes. Recall 22V703000 covers a tow hitch harness on 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles that can cause a fire risk, and owners are told to park outside away from structures until repaired. An earlier recall, 16V862000, addressed the trailer tow hitch harness on some 2017 Sportage units built between December 10, 2015 and August 26, 2016.

At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up on the 2017 Sportage?

The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2017 Sportage is 60,700 miles.

Have there been any fires or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA records show 3 fires, 1 crash, and 7 injuries among the Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage.

2017 Kia Sportage Structure & Body Problems

The 2017 Kia Sportage has 31 Structure & Body complaints, 8% of its 399 total complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 60,700. Two related recalls cover the tow hitch harness wiring, which can pose a fire risk if not repaired.

Structure & Body complaints: 31; 8% of 399
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 7
Median mileage: 60,700 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Panoramic sunroof glass shatters or explodes without warning while driving on the highway, sometimes described as a loud bang followed by glass falling into the cabin.
Door handles or latches fail, leaving occupants unable to open the driver's door from outside or a rear door from either side.
Owners report unpleasant airborne mold odor coming from the dashboard and door panel materials, in some cases requiring dealer replacement of the dashboard.
Some owners report the vehicle catching fire after being parked or while driving, with smoke coming from under the hood shortly before flames appeared.
Front passenger seat position is reported as too low with no way to adjust it, and dealers stated nothing could be done.

When 2017 Kia Sportage body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 15, 2017, latest Jun 24, 2026.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2017 to Jun 2026; peak May 2019 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2017 Kia Sportage

NHTSA 22V703000Sep 19, 2022Structure & Body70,887 vehiclesPark Outside
Trailer hitches
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, which can result in a fire.
Risk: A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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 customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.
NHTSA 16V862000Nov 30, 2016Structure & Body10,212 vehicles
Trailer hitches
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: If the trailer brake lights stay illuminated while being used, other drivers may be confused, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.

Structure & Body complaints by Sportage model year

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

20058 (12%)
20067 (6%)
20076 (8%)
200815 (15%)
20095 (6%)
20102 (10%)
20116 (3%)
20124 (1%)
20137 (2%)
20143 (2%)
20152 (1%)
20165 (4%)
201731 (8%)
201813 (8%)
20195 (7%)
202013 (8%)
20213 (6%)
20226 (13%)
202310 (5%)
20247 (10%)
20254 (8%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA have for the 2017 Kia Sportage?: NHTSA lists 31 Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage, which is 8% of the 399 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to the 2017 Kia Sportage's structure or body?: Yes. Recall 22V703000 covers a tow hitch harness on 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles that can cause a fire risk, and owners are told to park outside away from structures until repaired. An earlier recall, 16V862000, addressed the trailer tow hitch harness on some 2017 Sportage units built between December 10, 2015 and August 26, 2016.
At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically show up on the 2017 Sportage?: The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2017 Sportage is 60,700 miles.
Have there been any fires or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA records show 3 fires, 1 crash, and 7 injuries among the Structure & Body complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage.