IllustrationSOMETIMES WHEN WE ACCELERATE THE CAR STALLS & REVS UP, THEN IT WILL ACT FINE, BUT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL STAY ON FOR A BIT. THEN GOES OFF AND IT ACTS NORMAL. THIS IS ALL WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING OVER A FEW MONTHS,,,IT'S JUST EVERY SO OFTEN.
2017 Kia Sportage
Owner reports · Recalls · Investigations
More warning signs than most Sportage years
Owner complaints for the 2017 Kia Sportage are substantially higher than the model-year median of 122.
About this comparison →How this year compares
Owner complaints by model year
Compare all Sportage years →Counts vary with age, sales and reporting. They are not failure rates.
What owners reported most
All reported categories
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When problems were reported
Mileage at the reported incident
570–25K
2325–50K
4250–75K
3075–100K
25100–150K
4150K+
181 reports with mileage · 218 unknown
NHTSA’s mileage field refers to the reported incident, not necessarily the filing date. This shows report counts, not the likelihood of a failure.
What to inspect
Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.
- Engine. Review the 219 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
- Electrical System. Review the 62 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
- Power Train. Review the 40 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
14 crash reports27 fire reports17 injury reports
Engine complaints
219 reportsTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, A LOUD NOISE WAS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE VIOLENTLY JERKED, AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO DETECTED FUMES. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, RESTARTED, AND WAS ABLE TO FUNCTION NORMALLY; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED MUL…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, A LOUD NOISE WAS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE VIOLENTLY JERKED, AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO DETECTED FUMES. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, RESTARTED, AND WAS ABLE TO FUNCTION NORMALLY; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JIM SHORKEY KIA (12900 US-30, IRWIN, PA 15642, (724) 241-0176) WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE ENGINE AND FLOORMAT. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY TAKEN TO THE DEALER, NO FAILURES WERE FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 3,000.
2017 KIA SPORTAGE LX 2.4L BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND HAS BEEN USING OIL. CAR NOW HAS A LITTLE OVER 22,000 MILES AND IS USING 1.4 QUARTS OF OIL DURING THE 5000 MILE DEALERSHIP OIL CHANGES WHICH HAVE ALL BEEN DONE AT THE DEALERSHIP SINCE PURCHASING NEW. THE DEALERSHIP ACKNOWLEDGES THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE AFTER PERFORMING 3 OI…
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2017 KIA SPORTAGE LX 2.4L BOUGHT BRAND NEW AND HAS BEEN USING OIL. CAR NOW HAS A LITTLE OVER 22,000 MILES AND IS USING 1.4 QUARTS OF OIL DURING THE 5000 MILE DEALERSHIP OIL CHANGES WHICH HAVE ALL BEEN DONE AT THE DEALERSHIP SINCE PURCHASING NEW. THE DEALERSHIP ACKNOWLEDGES THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE ENGINE AFTER PERFORMING 3 OIL CONSUMPTION TEST HOWEVER KIA CORPORATE CONSIDERS THE OIL USAGE NORMAL SO THEY ARE DECLINING TO FIX THE ISSUE SINCE THEIR "TECHNICIANS" DOES NOT SEE THIS AS A PROBLEM TO COVER UNDER WARRANTY. AN INTERNET SEARCH "KIA OIL CONSUMPTION" FOUND MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER OWNERS WITH THE SAME ISSUE AND SAME RESPONSE FROM KIA.
THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY, THERE WAS WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. IMMEDIATELY AFTER PULLING OVER MORE WHITE SMOKE CAME OUT OF THE ENGINE TOWARDS THE REAR OF THE MOTOR. AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE FLAMES APPEARED FROM UNDER THE CAR NEAR THE REAR OF THE MOTOR, THE FLAMES GREW FROM ALL SIDE OF THE ENGINE. THE F…
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THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY, THERE WAS WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. IMMEDIATELY AFTER PULLING OVER MORE WHITE SMOKE CAME OUT OF THE ENGINE TOWARDS THE REAR OF THE MOTOR. AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE FLAMES APPEARED FROM UNDER THE CAR NEAR THE REAR OF THE MOTOR, THE FLAMES GREW FROM ALL SIDE OF THE ENGINE. THE FIRE SPREAD TO THE DASH AND INTERIOR OF THE CAR CAUSING THE PASSENGER AIRBAGS TO BLOW.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT TEN MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE BILLOWING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. SEVERAL FIRE FIGHTERS ON SITE AT THE MOMENT ATTEMPTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND WAS ABLE …
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT TEN MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE BILLOWING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. SEVERAL FIRE FIGHTERS ON SITE AT THE MOMENT ATTEMPTED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE BUT WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW FACILITY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET INSPECTED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED OR NOTIFIED OF THE FIRE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000.
DECEMBER 2018 RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM KIA THAT THE COMPANY WAS CONDUCTING A PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN TO PERFORM A SOFTWARE UPDATE ON ALL 2016-2018 MY SPORTAGE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION AND 2.0L TURBOCHARGED ENGINES TO PROTECT THE ENGINE FROM EXCESSIVE CONNECTING ROD BEARING DAMAGE. UPDATE WAS TO B…
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DECEMBER 2018 RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM KIA THAT THE COMPANY WAS CONDUCTING A PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN TO PERFORM A SOFTWARE UPDATE ON ALL 2016-2018 MY SPORTAGE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.4L GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION AND 2.0L TURBOCHARGED ENGINES TO PROTECT THE ENGINE FROM EXCESSIVE CONNECTING ROD BEARING DAMAGE. UPDATE WAS TO BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE AND WOULD ONLY INVOLVE THE ADDITION OF NEWLY DEVELOPED COMPUTER SOFTWARE FOR THE ECU. ON JANUARY 3RD 2019 I HAD THE UPDATE COMPLETED AT THE KIA DEALERSHIP FROM WHERE THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN LEASED. APPROXIMATELY 15 MILES AFTER LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP THE VEHICLE WENT INTO "LIMP MODE", RESTRICTING THE ENGINES RPM'S AND ACCELERATION. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OFF THE ROADWAY AND CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP. I WAS INFORMED TO RETURN WITH THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP. ONCE AT THE DEALERSHIP I WAS INFORMED THAT AN ADDITIONAL WIRE HARNESS WOULD NEED INSTALLED AND REPAIRS WOULD BE COMPLETED WITHIN ONE DAY. JUST PRIOR TO LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP I WAS INFORMED THAT KIA WAS INSTRUCTING THE DEALERSHIP IT WOULD BE NECESSARY FOR THE ENTIRE ENGINE BE REPLACED. AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT THE VEHICLE ON HAD 5800 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. I HAVE BEEN WAITING IN EXCESS OF TWO MONTHS FOR THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP CAN GET NO FURTHER INFORMATION FROM KIA AS TO WHEN THE ENGINE WILL BE DELIVERED. I HAVE CONTACTED KIA 3 TIMES AND SPOKE WITH REPRESENTATIVES THAT ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE INFORMATION ON ENGINE DELIVERY. I WAS TOLD ON LAST CALL THAT A ELEVATED CASE MANAGER WAS ASSIGNED AND WAS GIVEN HIS DIRECT LINE. ON 3/5/2018 I ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT THE CASE MANAGER AND LEFT I MESSAGE ON VOICEMAIL. I HAVE NOT BEEN RE-CONTACTED AS OF THIS WRITING. I AM ALSO STILL MAKING THE LEASE PAYMENT ON THE VEHICLE AND OBVIOUSLY INSURING THE VEHICLE.
THE DATE I GAVE WAS ONE OF MANY. IT HAPPENS A LOT. WHEN DRIVING MY ENGINE REVS WAY UP HIGH. LIKE YOU ARE PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR TO THE FLOOR. AND I AM DRIVING NORMAL. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. BECAUSE THEY COULDN'T GET IT TO REV UP FOR THEM. IT IS VERY SCARY. I REALLY …
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THE DATE I GAVE WAS ONE OF MANY. IT HAPPENS A LOT. WHEN DRIVING MY ENGINE REVS WAY UP HIGH. LIKE YOU ARE PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR TO THE FLOOR. AND I AM DRIVING NORMAL. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT. THEY SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO. BECAUSE THEY COULDN'T GET IT TO REV UP FOR THEM. IT IS VERY SCARY. I REALLY DON'T FEEL SAFE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENS A LOT. THERE HAS TO BE SOMETHING THAT IS CAUSING THIS. IT CAN HAPPEN AT ANYTIME YOU CAN BE DRIVING NORMAL SPEED, YOU CAN BE SLOWING DOWN, YOU CAN JUST BE TAKING OFF FROM A STOP. WHENEVER IT WANTS TO REV UP.. BL
MY BRAND NEW 2017 KIA SPORAGE EX VEHICLE STOPPED WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE LANE OF A BUSY STREET AND ALMOST GOT ME KILLED. THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT TRYING TO AVOID HITTING ME BECAUSE OF THE VEHICLE STOPPING. I WAS TERRIFIED. THE POLICE CAME AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED.
HAD MOTOR REPLACED ON 2017 KIA SPORTAGE WITH 65K ON IT. NEW MOTOR LASTED TO ABOUT 67K ON IT. BEEN WAITING ALMOST 2 MONTHS FOR ENGINE REPLACEMENT.
THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THE CAR HAS CUT OFF IN THE LAST 2-3 MONTHS. THE FIRST TIME I WAS IN TRAFFIC WAITING FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CAR WAS IN DRIVE, IT STARTED TO ROUGH IDLE AND THEN IT CUT OFF, IT TOOK A COUPLE OF TRIES TO RESTART THE CAR, I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY AND WAS TOLD IT WAS DUE TO DIRTY FUEL INJECT…
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THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THE CAR HAS CUT OFF IN THE LAST 2-3 MONTHS. THE FIRST TIME I WAS IN TRAFFIC WAITING FOR A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE CAR WAS IN DRIVE, IT STARTED TO ROUGH IDLE AND THEN IT CUT OFF, IT TOOK A COUPLE OF TRIES TO RESTART THE CAR, I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY AND WAS TOLD IT WAS DUE TO DIRTY FUEL INJECTORS AND WAS CHARGED FOR FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING. YESTERDAY 2/13/19. I WAS SITTING IN A PARKING LOT, THE CAR WAS IN PARK AND RUNNING, WHEN I TURNED THE HEAT ON, THE CAR ROUGH IDLED AND CUT OFF. I WAITED ABOUT 20 SECONDS THEN WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR. I DROVE HOME AT NIGHT WITHOUT TURNINNG ON THE HEAT FOR FEAR OF THE CAR CUTTING OFF.
Official recalls
422V703000 · Trailer Hitches
Sep 19, 2022
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.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
21V137000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
Mar 4, 2021
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2021 Sportage and Cadenza vehicles. The electrical circuit in the Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short-circuit, which can cause a fire in the engine compartment.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: An engine compartment fire can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures as a precaution until the recall repair is complete. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace certain fuses in the electrical junction box. Vehicles equipped with an electronic parking brake (EPB) will also receive a HECU software update. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC206.
18V907000 · Engine; Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Dec 19, 2018
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Additional source detail variants (2)
Engine
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
16V862000 · Electrical System; Trailer Hitches
Nov 30, 2016
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."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: 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.
Additional source detail variants (2)
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."
Consequence: 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.
Electrical System
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."
Consequence: 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.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
NHTSA investigations
2AQ23002 · Hyundai And Kia Abs Module Fires
Opened Nov 17, 2023 · No close date supplied
Status: open (inferred from source dates) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received eight Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) and eight Kia America, Inc. (Kia) Part 573 Recall Reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (ABS) modules or Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) manufactured by the equipment supplier Mando. The Part 573 Recall Reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by Mando. Safety recalls included in this Audit Query (AQ) review include: Hyundai recalls 20V-520, 20V-543, 21V-161, 21V-160, 21V-303, 22V-056, 22V-810, and 23V-651. Kia recalls 16V-815, 20V-518, 20V-519, 21V-137, 21V-331, 22V-051, 22V-800, and 23V-652 The purpose of this AQ is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of Hyundai and Kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.
DP22003 · Loss Of Motive Power
Opened Sep 12, 2022 · Closed Dec 12, 2023
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Engine
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter dated July 13, 2022, petitioning the Agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain Hyundai Motor America, Inc. and Kia America, Inc. vehicles spanning Model Years (MY) 2005-2021. The Petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at NHTSA.gov under ODI number 11481745. On September 12, 2022, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Defect Petition (DP22-003) to evaluate the Petitioners’ request. The Petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated January 31, 2023, March 21, 2023, May 23, 2023, and August 4, 2023. ODI’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the Petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to NHTSA which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, ODI has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug and oil pan could lead to the backing out on the drain plug, resulting in the sudden loss of oil while driving. Additionally, the provided examples of oil pan cracks were localized to the immediate vicinity of the oil drain plug and/or appeared to be the result of direct-contact with a tool during servicing. There is no information to support that a vehicle-based defect exists relating to the oil pan assembly, and instead the documented incidents are related to the failure to follow the proper maintenance procedures during oil change service. In October 2023, Hyundai published a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) that provided detailed instructions for oil change service on its gasoline powered vehicles, specifically highlighting the need to remove and replace the existing drain plug gasket prior to reinstalling the drain plug. After a thorough review of the material submitted by the petitioner, the information already in NHTSA's possession, and the potential risks to motor vehicle safety implicated by the petitioners' allegations, NHTSA does not believe that a formal investigation is warranted. Therefore, the petition is denied. A Federal Register Notice (FRN) further detailing NHTSA’s reasons for denial of the petition will be published. The reference numbers for the complaints to NHTSA cited by the petitioner can be found in the petition submission documents in the public file for DP22-003. To review those complaints and the additional complaints ODI added to its evaluation which are cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.