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2009 Kia Spectra Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2009 Kia Spectra has 4 NHTSA brakes complaints and 0 brakes-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2009 Kia Spectra

Airbags
72
Electrical
8
Speed Control
6
Brakes
4
Engine
4
Seat Belts
3
Other
3
Steering
3
Structure
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Dec 31, 2021SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMMy car seems like someone entered something in my gas tank while i may been in the store
Feb 1, 2019SERVICE BRAKESI PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN 2011. SINCE THEN ONCE IN AWHILE WHEN I STOP MY CAR AT A LIGHT OR A STOP S...
Feb 23, 2010SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC2009 KIA SPECTRA. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, ON SNOW COVERED STREET, APPLIED BRAKE PEDAL, PEDAL WAS FIRM...
Aug 5, 2009SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 KIA SPECTRA. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR FACILITY FOR ROUTI...

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