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2009 Kia Spectra Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2009 Kia Spectra has 3 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2009 Kia Spectra

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

3

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 10, 2017STEERINGSTEERING IS LOCKED AND CANNOT BE ROTATED IN THE MORNING WHEN STARTED. IT HAPPENED TWICE FROM LAST DA...
Dec 3, 2015STEERINGI WAS BACKING OUT OF MY PARKING SPOT AND MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP.
Jul 1, 2010STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEMAFTER PARKING CAR, THE KEY WILL NOT TURN ON IGNITION. LOCKS UP.

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