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2003 Kia Spectra Structure Problems

Structure complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Kia Spectra has 4 NHTSA structure complaints and 0 structure-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 10, 2026

All Structure Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Oct 16, 2016STRUCTUREI BOUGHT A CAR FROM A USED DEALER AND I WAS INFORMED THAT IT HAD NO FRAME DAMAGE BUT I TOOK IT TO TW...
May 1, 2011STRUCTURETHE DASH, WHERE IT MEETS THE WINDSHIELD, HAS CURLED UP AND DETACHED FROM THE DEFROSTER VENT ON THE D...
Mar 7, 2005STRUCTUREFRONT BUMPER COVER COMING LOOSE ON 2003 KIA SPECTRA WITH 38,050 MILES. DUE TO THE COVER COMING LOOS...
Jun 7, 2003STRUCTURETETHER ANCHORS: CHILD SEAT REAR TETHER CAN NOT BE INSTALLED/USED PROPERLY ON HATCH BACK MODEL. TH...

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