Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2005 Kia Spectra has 3 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.
3
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 23, 2014 | ENGINE | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KIA SPECTRA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ATTEMPTING TO ACCEL... |
| Apr 10, 2013 | ENGINE | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KIA SPECTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE ... |
| Apr 29, 2006 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | DT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING OVER 40 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS , THE ENGINE HESITATED B... |