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2005 Kia Spectra Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2005 Kia Spectra has 3 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2005 Kia Spectra

Airbags
39
Electrical
10
Steering
10
Speed Control
8
Brakes
8
Powertrain
7
Other
6
Structure
4
Engine
3

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 23, 2014ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KIA SPECTRA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ATTEMPTING TO ACCEL...
Apr 10, 2013ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 KIA SPECTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE ...
Apr 29, 2006ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGDT: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING OVER 40 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS , THE ENGINE HESITATED B...

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