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2002 Kia Spectra Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2002 Kia Spectra has 4 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2002 Kia Spectra

Airbags
19
Brakes
13
Powertrain
9
Visibility
8
Electrical
8
Speed Control
6
Engine
6
Seat Belts
5
Structure
4
Steering
4
Suspension
3
Fuel System
3
Tires
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jun 19, 2015STEERING,SUSPENSION,AIR BAGSA FRONT TIE ROD BROKE, SOMETHING IN THE STEERING COLUMN BROKE, AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIT UP BUT ...
Jun 3, 2004STEERINGPOWER STEERING BELT FAILED AT 15,000 MILES. DEALER REPLACED THE PART. HOWEVER, CONSUME R NOTICED TH...
Feb 12, 2004STEERING,STRUCTUREEVER SINCE I BOUGHT MY CAR--2002 KIA SPECTRA, THERE HAS BEEN PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING AND SUSPENSI...
Jan 1, 1970STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICWHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH VEHICLE EXPERIENCED BRAKE FAILURE WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND VEHICL...

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