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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%)

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Chart based on 132 repairs.
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Kia Spectra brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (8%)

$500 - $999 (15%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 13 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

102000 mi

US $250
rear pads 

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2007 Kia Spectra5 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

127100 mi

C $470
rear brake drums replaced front brakes noisy 
119660 mi

C $520
Noticed parking brake not working and braking distance increased. Needed new drums and shoes in rear on both sides. Probably the originals. 

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2006 Kia Spectra5 4dr Hatch

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

111500 mi

US $800
Leak caused breaks to fail 

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2006 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

20500 mi Dealer replaced brake pedal sensor due to it causing my cruise control to not engage under warranty. 

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2006 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

60760 mi

C $40
Leak in lr wheel cylinder Minor break fluid leak in the wheel cylinder. 
139862 mi

US $379
Replace passenger side rear caliper (leaking fluid) 

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2005 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

83700 mi Replaced rear calipers recall 
98000 mi

US $250
HAND BREAK FIXED 
112700 mi

US $1220
replaced all pads & rotors + 1 caliper and replace worn belts 
121200 mi

US $350
Braking was not smooth, caliper was the problem. 

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2005 Kia Spectra 4dr Sedan

138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

16000 mi Brake light staying on. Dealer fixed it under warranty. 

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Kia Spectra Brake Problems

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