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2003 Kia Spectra Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Kia Spectra has 4 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2003 Kia Spectra

Brakes
18
Engine
14
Airbags
10
Powertrain
9
Electrical
9
Visibility
5
Structure
4
Steering
4
Other
3
Suspension
3
Fuel System
3
Seat Belts
3
Seats
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 1, 2011STEERINGTHE COVERING AROUND THE STEERING COLUMN HAS CRUMBLED AND IS COMING APART. I'M CONCERNED BECAUSE I'M...
Feb 11, 2006STEERINGDT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING A LEFT HAND TURN AT 15MPH, THE STEERING RACK AND PINION BR...
Jul 14, 2003STEERINGCONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING STEERING WHEEL WOULD PULL IN EITHER DIRECTIO...
Mar 17, 2003STEERINGWHILE DRIVING THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO TURN. *NLM

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