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2014 Kia Sportage Electrical system Problems

Complaints
8about this part
Share
6%of 125 total for the year
Median mileage
121,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the electrical system of the 2014 Kia Sportage, 6% of the 125 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 121,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“In researching my vehicle I came across a recall/investigation for Kia window regulators. My 2014 Sportage has had the same issue and the dealership told me 'my door panel is fried'. I do not have any issues with the drivers window...it can go up/down. The passenger side is functional less often than the rear windows which will at times get stuck half way or stuck down all together. I own a 2014, am the original owner - the issue is includes more than just the 2017 models. …”

NHTSA complaint #11508198, filed 2023-02

“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 complaint #11733904, filed 2026-04

“My vehicle has a safety recall and KIA hasn't sent me a paper of when this safety recall is going to be fixed. My vehicle automatically turns on and off the check engine light and I am unsure if it's because of the safety recall.”

NHTSA complaint #11478093, filed 2022-08

“The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start immediately and required several attempts to start the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was constant. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the battery was too small and that the battery terminal leads were too long and could be a fire hazard and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. …”

NHTSA complaint #11512416, filed 2023-03, 121,000 miles

“The rear hatch door no longer opens. This could pose a safety risk in an emergency situation. Upon research it appears to be very common issue among Kias from this year.”

NHTSA complaint #11642986, filed 2025-02

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Electrical system: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026621%
20251527%
20241621%
20234624%
2022817%
2021611%
20202012%
20191115%
20183018%
20176316%
20161713%
20151812%
201486%
2013226%
2012297%
20113821%
201015%
20091823%
20082728%
20071317%
20062220%
2005812%
2002167%
20012310%
20003211%
19994114%
19984716%
19972112%
1996712%
1995814%

Other parts of the 2014 Kia Sportage

Engine
73 complaintsBrakes
24 complaintsOther or unknown
14 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsAir bags
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2014 Kia Sportage

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology