Kia Sportage (III): known faults of the gearbox and transmission according to L'argus

Engine / equipment

Kia Sportage (III), all engines

Period mentioned

2010–2015

Symptoms

The 4x4 system does not work; Clutch fault or gearbox oil leak (from 01/08/2014 to 28/08/2014); Differential noise on the automatic 4x4 (up to 30/11/2015); Manual gearbox noise; Fault light on with the 6-speed automatic

Possible cause described

According to the brand's technical notes reported by L'argus (each date shows up to when the affected cars were built): 1) The 4x4 system does not work: Hydraulic motor actuator. 2) Clutch fault or gearbox oil leak (from 01/08/2014 to 28/08/2014): Input shaft. 3) Differential noise on the automatic 4x4 (up to 30/11/2015): Differential to be replaced. 4) Manual gearbox noise: Clutch housing or synchroniser rings (up to 30/11/2015). 5) Fault light on with the 6-speed automatic: Oil temperature sensor harness or torque converter solenoid valve.

Check for the garage

Compare your symptom and your car's build date with this list. If they match, tell the workshop and ask them to check that part first before replacing others. The brand or a warranty extension covers some repairs: ask the dealer with the car's details.

Cost cited in the source

No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

Sources from the original database