Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2009 Kia Spectra has 4 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.
4
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 2014 | ENGINE | TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 KIA SPECTRA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE ... |
| Feb 26, 2014 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN | WHILE UNOCCUPIED VEHICLE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ROLLED FORWARD SEVERAL YARDS IN PARKING LOT ON ... |
| Mar 15, 2013 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE | MY DAUGHTER OWNS A 2009 KIA SPECTRA A FRIEND GETTING IN THE REAR SEAT TRIED TO OPEN THE DOOR AND THE... |
| Dec 23, 2008 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS | TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 KIA SPECTRA. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR-ENDED THE PRECEDING ... |