Faulty Throttle Position Switch on Kia Sportage
Problem overview
Check Engine Light illumination—combined with a lack of power or a stumble on acceleration—may be caused by the throttle position switch (TPS). Kia released an improved part which should correct this concern.
108 people reported this problem
31 commentsKia Sportage vehicles with this problem
14 model years affected
Average mileage: 105,801 miles
(8 - 350,000)
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