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2005 Kia Spectra repairs by problem area
Engine (48%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (4%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (26%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (4%)
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Chart based on 46 repairs.
2005 Kia Spectra engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (6%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (56%)
< $100 (38%)
Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Kia Spectra5 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 14000 mi | Idle speed would sometimes stay high. Based on information from Kia forum, I cleaned the idle control valve and fixed the problem. |
2005 Kia Spectra5 4dr Hatch
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 116560 mi C $150 |
The front pipe with the braided section had a hole in it and was replaced. |
| 165000 mi US $110 |
Engine overheating, using coolant. Found that oil totally broken down and sludgy, needed to be spooned out of oilpan. Had engine flushed in addition to oil change. |
| 220000 mi US $400 |
fuel system issue. vent valve stuck, would not release air. Could not add fuel to vehicle. |
| 240000 mi US $200 |
Fuel vent valve replaced 2nd time in less than 15,000 miles. |
2005 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| 98000 mi US $250 |
EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAT SHIELD SECURED |
| 112700 mi US $1220 |
Replace clutch |
| 123000 mi US $160 |
torn transmission mount. replace trans mount and all three motor mounts. |
| 125000 mi US $4 |
rough idle. cleaned throttle body. |
| 138400 mi US $185 |
Replace fuel pump. |
2005 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 60100 mi | Squeeky belts when cold - belts replaced - still squeek |
| 96248 mi US $235 |
Found water pump noisy. Replaced it along with a new timing belt, although timing belt was not due for another 20,000 miles. Found water pump noisy. Replaced it along with a new timing belt, although timing belt was not due for another 20,000 miles. Water pump was under lifetime warranty from parts house when it was replaced at the last timing belt replacement. |
| 163000 mi US $280 |
The car was hesitating and fuel economy went very low. Had new plugs installed. |
| 68080 mi | Intermittant service engine light on. Code reader indicated pre-cat 02 sensor. Increased tension on terminals at plug in. So far ok. |
| 418 mi | Purchase. Fuel pump electrical circuit failed. Stalled on highway. Dealership took 2 weeks to repair the car. |
| 35340 mi | Check engine turned on. Dealer claim 80$ gamble if problem not warrantied. Took it to a place with real service, read out defective O2 sensor heater. Won't get fixed, car is almost out of lease. |
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