On the 2017 Kia Sportage, the turbocharger failed too soon.

With the use of a turbocharger, the engine is given extra power. Manufacturers may use

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turbochargers in combination with smaller engines to provide more horsepower and torque

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The turbocharger is able to reduce the amount of waste produced by utilising the hot air

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produced by the engine to spin the compressor and bringing in cooler air from the outside at the same time.

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The first turbocharger was only included by Kia in the third generation

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of the Sportage. That was a fantastic addition to the Sportage, but

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it would ultimately cease functioning. Owners started to complain about

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Two fires were recorded out of the large number of vehicles recalled, however no injuries or accidents occurred.

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