The 2024 Kia Sportage is marketed as a versatile compact SUV built for modern drivers who value style, comfort, and technology. But for some owners, early reliability issues are undermining that confidence.
Even well-regarded SUVs can develop defects, and certain problems raise serious safety concerns. At Lemberg Law, we track complaints submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to help consumers understand which issues are emerging and whether they might qualify for protection under state or federal lemon laws.
Analysis of NHTSA complaints shows that 2024 Kia Sportage owners most often report:
Glass defects such as spontaneous shattering of windshields, panoramic sunroofs, and rear liftgate glass, sometimes while driving.
Electrical failures including dashboard blackouts, random warning light activation, and infotainment shutdowns during operation.
Engine stalling that can occur without warning, sometimes in intersections or while turning, creating dangerous situations for drivers and passengers.
2024 Kia Sportage Complaint Summary
Complaint Category
Number of Complaints
Unknown Or Other
12
12
Electrical System
11
11
Vehicle Speed Control
10
10
Engine
6
6
Structure:body
6
6
Service Brakes
5
5
Visibility/wiper
4
4
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
3
3
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
3
3
Air Bags
2
2
Glass Defects
Glass-related complaints are the most frequently reported issue for the 2024 Kia Sportage. Owners describe broken windshields, shattered panoramic sunroofs, and rear liftgate glass failures.
Key Patterns:
Many owners report no external impact before the glass breaks.
Windshields often crack after defroster use, especially when a small chip is already present.
Panoramic sunroofs and rear liftgate glass sometimes shatter suddenly while the vehicle is in motion, sending shards inside the cabin.
Owner Report Examples:
A driver heard what sounded like an explosion at highway speed, only to discover the panoramic sunroof had blown out.
Another owner’s rear liftgate window imploded while parked.
Several drivers experienced repeated windshield cracks within a short time, with dealers blaming outside damage and denying warranty coverage.
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Electrical Failures – Dashboard and Infotainment Blackouts
Electrical complaints, though fewer in number, are serious because they often occur while the vehicle is in motion.
Key Patterns:
Instrument clusters going black, leaving drivers without speed, fuel, or warning indicators.
All dash warning lights illuminating at once, sometimes accompanied by gearshift problems.
Infotainment systems flickering or shutting down during operation, in some cases linked to wiring or connector issues.
Headlights shutting off when the dash display goes dark, increasing nighttime driving risks.
Owner Report Examples:
One owner experienced repeated cluster blackouts despite software updates and part replacements.
Another was told by Kia corporate to replace the vehicle entirely after a year of unresolved display failures.
Manufacturer and Dealer Response:
Dealers often state they cannot replicate the problem, leading to prolonged service delays and unresolved issues. Some vehicles have remained in the shop for extended periods without a definitive fix.
Engine Stalling
Engine stalling has been reported in a range of driving situations, from turning at low speeds to traveling through intersections.
Key Patterns:
Stalls can happen without warning.
Some vehicles fail to restart, requiring towing.
Diagnoses often point to faulty fuel pumps or loose connectors.
Failures have occurred on vehicles with very low mileage.
Owner Report Examples:
A driver reported the engine stalling in the middle of a busy intersection and not restarting for several minutes.
Another described the engine sputtering before cutting out entirely while turning, with no prior warning.
What Should You Do If Your 2024 Kia Sportage Is a Lemon?
A “lemon” is a vehicle with repeated, unresolved defects that impair its safety, value, or use. Under state lemon laws and other consumer protection statutes, you may be entitled to a refund, replacement vehicle, or cash settlement.
Steps to Protect Your Rights:
Visit your dealer for repair attempts
Document every issue, including repair orders, dates, and detailed descriptions.
Report defects to the NHTSA
Seek legal help early. Lemon law claims have strict deadlines, and acting quickly can strengthen your case.
Lemon law cases cost you nothing because Kia is required to pay legal fees if you win. We do not get paid unless you do.
📞 Contact Lemberg Law today for a free case evaluation and find out if your Sportage qualifies for a buyback or compensation.
About the Author:
Sergei Lemberg is an attorney focusing on consumer law, class actions related to automotive issues, and personal injury litigation. With nearly two decades of experience, his areas of practice include Lemon Law (vehicle defects), Debt Collection Harassment, TCPA (illegal robocalls and texts), Fair Credit Reporting Act, Overtime claims, Personal Injury cases, and Class Actions. He has consistently been recognized as the nation's "most active consumer attorney." In 2020, Mr. Lemberg represented Noah Duguid before the United States Supreme Court in the landmark case Duguid v. Facebook. He is also the author of "Defanging Debt Collectors," a guide that empowers consumers to fight back against debt collectors and prevail, as well as "Lemon Law 101: The Laws That Lemon Dealers Don't Want You to Know."
