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2006 Kia Sportage Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2006 Kia Sportage has 3 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2006 Kia Sportage

Airbags
35
Electrical
17
Engine
12
Powertrain
6
Speed Control
6
Suspension
5
Visibility
5
Brakes
4
Other
4
Wheels
3
Structure
3
Steering
3
Lights
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jun 29, 2015STEERING,ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND THE...
Jun 12, 2014STEERING,WHEELS,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)RIDING DOWN CHADDS FORD PA ROUTE ONE 6/12/14 ( THURSDAY) WHEN MY CAR STARTED TO SHAKE OUT OF CONT...
Oct 2, 2010STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING2006 KIA SPORTAGE EX WITH V-6 HAS A HABIT OF COMPLETELY SHUTTING DOWN ELECTRICALLY, KILLING THE ENGI...

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