Torque converter issue with the 2017 Kia Sportage

Another frequent problem with the Kia Sportage for the model year 2017 was gearbox

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failure. The gearbox would sometimes slip, resulting in a downshift at highway speeds, and

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owners would occasionally experience slippage. It is often necessary to install a new

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transmission after a transmission failure, which is a costly repair solution.

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Several things may lead to gearbox failure, but a flawed torque converter

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is the most frequent culprit. The torque converter transforms the engine's

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rotational force into hydraulic pressure, which aids in shifting the gears. The gearbox

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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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