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Kia Spectra repairs by problem area
Engine (42%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (11%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (8%)
Chart based on 132 repairs.
Kia Spectra other repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (20%)
$100 - $499 (30%)
< $100 (50%)
Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 77500 mi US $685 |
Radiator exchange |
| 19000 mi | drivers door unable to open from the inside of the vehicle |
| 85000 mi US $265 |
Original owner new FT tires Idiot installer broke TPMS stems only KIA parts work and Must go to KIA to Have programmed First garage replaced with Not OEM parts they finally went KIA for parts 65.00 TO REPROGRAM TOTAL BILL $275.00 Idiots who installed new tires broke TPMS parts had to buy OEM KIA parts and then program at KIA Dealer total 265.00 |
| 94500 mi US $80 |
widow track bent and had to fix |
2007 Kia Spectra5 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 138880 mi C $395 |
Power door lock mechanism replaced. Could not open drivers side door with outside handle or key fob. |
| 48000 mi | Just purchased car, check engine light came on after 1 week. took to dealer, oil valve needs to be replaced. dealer replaced under 5yr/60Kmile warranty. gas tank door lever not opening serviced as well. |
2007 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 26164 mi | Rattle coming from suspension up front. Suspension bushings replaced. Power locks malfunctioning since summer. Replaced door latch mechanism, locks still malfunction occasionally. Taking back to dealer soon. Wierd creaking/rattling coming from under dash. Not impressed. Love the car but come on.. |
2005 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 8656 mi | Trunk would not open, ketch replaced |
| 65400 mi C $500 |
Door locks stick when frozen; door refuses to open/close |
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