2003 Kia Spectra Kia Spectra 2003

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2003 Kia Spectra repairs by problem area

Engine (86%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (0%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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Chart based on 7 repairs.
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2003 Kia Spectra repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (43%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2003 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan

124-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Kia Spectra in Alabama, United States
Jun 2015 - Jul 2018
Aug 2015

140172 mi

US $172
alternator belt broke replace valve cover gaskets due to oil leak 
Apr 2016

151137 mi

US $869
valve cover gasket repair within year of initial repair timing belt replaced 
May 2016

152131 mi

US $590
tune up with replacing spark plugs, ignition wire and coils 
Aug 2016

158539 mi

US $600
replaced radiator 
Kia Spectra in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2016 - Jun 2022
Sep 2016

110500 mi

US $85
Alternator belt broke and got wrapped up in power steering pump and broke it. $75 for new power steering pump, $10 for new alternator belt 

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2003 Kia Spectra Repair Histories

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