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KNDPN3AC0J7478938 — 2018 Kia Sportage Ex — auction Copart | MaxUsAutos

2018 Kia Sportage Ex

Lot #96514155 · VIN KNDPN3AC0J7478938

🇺🇸 CopartFire (Engine)Sold

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2018 Kia Sportage, Fire (Engine), Copart, VIN KNDPN3AC0J7478938 · photo 1 of 13

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What does the damage type «Burn - Engine» mean

The auction has not listed a specific damage type for this lot. That does not mean the car is problem-free — we recommend reviewing the lot with our expert before placing a bid.

What may be damaged

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Auction Copart · Lot #96514155

Final bid550 USD5% of market valueMarket value of the intact car in the US: 11 081 USDThis lot sold below market. We'll price one like it turnkey — no overpaying.

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✓ We inspect the lot on request — specialist video report✓ Fixed $500 commission, no hidden fees✓ Delivery + turnkey customs clearance in 45–60 days

Estimated turnkey price in Ukraine6 142 USD – 6 542 USD≈ 274 436 – 292 309 ₴

1 · Bid600 USD

2 · Auction fees & documents565 USD

3 · Shipping USA → Klaipeda1 435 USD – 1 835 USD

4 · Customs clearance2 192 USD

5 · Broker & delivery to Ukraine1 350 USD

Total6 142 USD – 6 542 USD

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History of this VIN

VIN KNDPN3AC0J7478938 history

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Auction dates are shown in US auction time (ET), regardless of your timezone settings.

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Copart

Feb 9, 2026

Sold

550 USD

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Reliability & recalls

Common problems: Kia Sportage 2018

Owner complaints filed with the US NHTSA database: 164. Of these — crashes: 7, fires: 12.

Most-reported systems

Engine
91
Electrical System
29
Power Train
18
Fuel/Propulsion System
11
Service Brakes
11
Steering
9

Official recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign: 18V907000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign: 21V137000
Trailer Hitches
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.

Source: NHTSA (USA). This is model-level statistics, not a report on this specific car.

2018 Kia Sportage Ex

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