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Kia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front AnchorageKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front Anchorage Review #760271 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE . seatbelts not long enough ! standard size person just does fit. person 6ft a little heavy can't buckle the belt. asked dealer to see if we could get extensions for the belts or new longer belts put in. we keep getting told no. we would like to have new belts made with hardware for this model car only longer. was told that this car was not tested for longer belts. we don't understand what the length would make? belts mount under rear shelf would have plenty of room to install. we are even offering to pay for belts. but we feel that the length of the belts need to be looked into. thank you!*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121025. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ST. LOUIS, MO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Latches/locks/linkages Doors LatchKia Spectra 2002 Latches/locks/linkages Doors Latch Review #760630 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 05, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH . passenger front door latch defective. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121451. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PAW PAW, MI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility WindshieldKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Windshield Review #761614 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 26, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD . windshield cracked easily. took vehicle to dealer and service manager said there was nothing they could do about the problem. noticed other comments of windsheild cracking on edmunds.com web site. appears to be a major flaw in the windshield, and may be responsible for future car accidents. manufacturer should contact kia owners and recall windsheilds due to faulty glass.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121125. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in OLYMPIA, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #8010881 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . on two occassions, the vehicle has dropped out of gear while being driven highway speeds. owner pulled over and gears failed to respond as the shift lever was moved from different positions except first gear. dealership is going to replace the transmission for the second time. please describe details..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAAFB121X2. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in NEW HAVEN, CT. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Kia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineKia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #763632 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . my driver's window and passenger's right front window has a air leak and water will come in, and engine runs very rough. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in EAST WEYMOUTH, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #764327 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . car was 4 weeks old when engine light came on for the first time - called dealer said it was due to gas tank cap. made appt w/dealer - next day engine light off - following week 6/18/02 engine light came on again it went off before dealer appt. engine light goes off and on randomly. finally engine light remains on at all times. on july 10 take to dealer keep car over night replaced transmission control module. next day july 11 having traveled 125 miles engine light comes on - at highway speeds gears did not shift properly at times unable to acclerate past 50 mph - engine revved locked in wrong gears for speed traveled - had to pull over to shoulder several times to try and get gears working right. with exception of a few hours engine light remained on . so far dealer finds nothing wrong as engine light want off mere minutes before my scheduled appointment. also trunk release on hatchback only works 1/3 of the time the rest of the time it opens half way and you must use key.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161625. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank AssemblyKia Spectra 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Review #764327 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . car was 4 weeks old when engine light came on for the first time - called dealer said it was due to gas tank cap. made appt w/dealer - next day engine light off - following week 6/18/02 engine light came on again it went off before dealer appt. engine light goes off and on randomly. finally engine light remains on at all times. on july 10 take to dealer keep car over night replaced transmission control module. next day july 11 having traveled 125 miles engine light comes on - at highway speeds gears did not shift properly at times unable to acclerate past 50 mph - engine revved locked in wrong gears for speed traveled - had to pull over to shoulder several times to try and get gears working right. with exception of a few hours engine light remained on . so far dealer finds nothing wrong as engine light want off mere minutes before my scheduled appointment. also trunk release on hatchback only works 1/3 of the time the rest of the time it opens half way and you must use key.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161625. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 OtherKia Spectra 2002 Other Review #764327 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 13, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . car was 4 weeks old when engine light came on for the first time - called dealer said it was due to gas tank cap. made appt w/dealer - next day engine light off - following week 6/18/02 engine light came on again it went off before dealer appt. engine light goes off and on randomly. finally engine light remains on at all times. on july 10 take to dealer keep car over night replaced transmission control module. next day july 11 having traveled 125 miles engine light comes on - at highway speeds gears did not shift properly at times unable to acclerate past 50 mph - engine revved locked in wrong gears for speed traveled - had to pull over to shoulder several times to try and get gears working right. with exception of a few hours engine light remained on . so far dealer finds nothing wrong as engine light want off mere minutes before my scheduled appointment. also trunk release on hatchback only works 1/3 of the time the rest of the time it opens half way and you must use key.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161625. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ROCHESTER, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #8015611 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . engine check light came on, but was not flashing. felt like gears were slipping. took vehicle to dealer, and they stated it was transmission failure. please provide any further information.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ELM WOOD PARK, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Kia Spectra 2002 OtherKia Spectra 2002 Other Review #8015611 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 04, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with OTHER . engine check light came on, but was not flashing. felt like gears were slipping. took vehicle to dealer, and they stated it was transmission failure. please provide any further information.*ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ELM WOOD PARK, NJ. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Kia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine GasolineKia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Gasoline Review #8015954 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE . power is down if radio and air conditioner is on. vehicle will intermittently restart if stalled. dealer is aware of problem. service technician at dealership stated that engine may possibly not be strong enough for vehicle. *akwhen on an incline, the vehicle will roll forward even though the clutch and the gas had been engaged. the check engine light does not illuminate to give warning of a failure. *jg.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121625. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BIRMINGHAM, AL. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #8016995 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . when driving on flat surface consumer was hit on front left driver side of vehicle and air bags did not deploy. dealer notified.*ak consumer states during the accident the seat belt failed to retract and the back seat unlocked and came down. *yh.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121025. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CORONA, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 20, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front AnchorageKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front Anchorage Review #8016995 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE . when driving on flat surface consumer was hit on front left driver side of vehicle and air bags did not deploy. dealer notified.*ak consumer states during the accident the seat belt failed to retract and the back seat unlocked and came down. *yh.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121025. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CORONA, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 20, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 SeatsKia Spectra 2002 Seats Review #8016995 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 16, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEATS . when driving on flat surface consumer was hit on front left driver side of vehicle and air bags did not deploy. dealer notified.*ak consumer states during the accident the seat belt failed to retract and the back seat unlocked and came down. *yh.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121025. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CORONA, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 20, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical System IgnitionKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Ignition Review #765960 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . failure to start on initial startup of the day, engine stalls and goes dead. this is everyday, kia doesn't know what problem is and has not contacted me to resolve problem. problem started within 30 days of purchase and has gradually worsened, kia had in shop over approx 1 month to fix problem and could not. we do not know if this could cause any problems in a rush hour traffic situation. this was not a previously owned car and kia can not or will not fix the problem. *ak.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in JACKSONVILLE, AL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:N/A. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #8017431 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . vehicle was involved in a 35-40 mph frontal collision hitting a tree in which driver and passenger air bags did not deploy, cause unknown. please give any further details.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PLATTSBURGH, NY. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility WindshieldKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Windshield Review #8018360 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on May 10, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD . while driving in the sun windshield has little specs that cause slight visiblity.*ak.Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility Glass, Side/rearKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Glass, Side/rear Review #8021255 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR . consumer states of having problems with her windows. ts.Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAS VEGAS, NV. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TiresKia Spectra 2002 Tires Review #768155 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 03, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . i rented a 2002 kia spectra in colorado and experienced 3 "skids" when it was raining, even though i was going only 30-50 mph. mr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAGUNITAS, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Tires Review #768155 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 03, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . i rented a 2002 kia spectra in colorado and experienced 3 "skids" when it was raining, even though i was going only 30-50 mph. mr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAGUNITAS, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #769081 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Oct 29, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . we had the car only 7 weeks when the transmission died. it happened very suddenly, the check engine light came on then about 30 miles later it would barely drive to the dealership. dt.Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LA SALLE, CO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #8023076 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . while driving vehicle was hit from the rear and the front and none of the air bags deployed upon impact. this resulted in driver being injuried. please provide more details. ts.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in WOODLAND, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts FrontKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front Review #8023074 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 30, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT . while driving vehcile was in hit on the driver side, which caused the vehicle to spin out of control and went into a ditch. the driver nor the passenger side seat belt retracted upon impact causing injuries to both occupants. please provide more details. ts.2 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE FILL. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BECKLEY, WV. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 15 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #8023075 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 30, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . while driving vehicle was hit on the driver side which caused the vehicle to spin out of control and go into a ditch. none of the air bags deployed upon vehicle impact which resulted in injuries to occupants. please provide more details.ts.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):PLEASE FILL. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BECKLEY, WV. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #8024039 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 06, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . while making a left turn the vehicle was hit on the drivers side at 17mph. upon impact airbags failed to deploy. dealer has been notified. ph *jg.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in KEENESBURG, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: GREELEY KIA . DEALER'S CITY: GREELEY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #770723 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 19, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . hit guard rail head on at 50 mph and air bags failed to deploy. dt.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CHARLESTON, SC. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 01, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10001079 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 13, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . while traveling about 50mph on the highway hit a curb. and lost control of vehicle and then hit a telephone pole. upon impact, dual airbags didn't deploy. ts....*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Vehicle was on fire. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in WOODLAND, WA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10001422 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 17, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . while driving at 40 mph, vehicle was t-bone on the front passenger side fender, and none of the air bags deployed upon impact. this resulted in driver being injured. please provide more details. ts.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 5000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121825. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in VALLEY SPRINGS, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsKia Spectra 2002 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10002415 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Oct 15, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . consumer states the vehicle head lights keep blowing out on both sides of vehicle. consumer states that the head lights have been replace four times. dealer notified. *nlm.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNASBT27X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MATTAWAN, MI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical System IgnitionKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Ignition Review #10003536 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . car will not start with first turn of the ignition, need to crank and step on gas about 3 or 4 times before car will start. took into dealer service dept and reported the problem. they stated that they could not find anything wrong. service dept told me that i would have to just wait until it doesn't start at all..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121725. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ST CLOUD, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 18, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: SOUTH SIDE DODGE KIA . Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalKia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10006586 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . when stopping vehicle , it will surge forward. the dealership has been contacted. please provide more details. ph.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121825. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in HEMET, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10009468 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 26, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . the vehicle experienced sudden acceleration.*jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121825. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in HEMET, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineKia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10009904 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . the vehicle ran rough, idled rough at stop lights, and had a hard start in the morning. in a few weeks of purchase, two spark plugs were replaced. the dealer stated the rough running was normal. scc *jb .Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in OLATHE, KS. Vehicle was purchased on June 28, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: SHAWNEE MISSION KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 913 384 9100 . DEALER'S CITY: SHAWNEE MISSION . DEALER'S STATE CODE: KS. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 66202 . Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical System IgnitionKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Ignition Review #10013948 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 01, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . key will not come out of the ignition leaves battery on. dealer fixed the tumbler twice, now will not fix anymore saying there is no problem. told me if it should do this again to call road side assistance and they will tow it. this has been going on from dec 02 only 9 months after buying the car. the problem is still not fixed. *jb.0 person(s) died.Mileage was 8712 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121025. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in INVER GROVE HTS, MN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 28, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: LUTHER NISSAN KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 651-457-5757 . DEALER'S CITY: INVER GROVE HTS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 55076 . Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10020276 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on May 13, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . while driving 55 mph another vehicle pulled in front of the consumer and caused the consumer to hit the other vehicle head on. none of the vehicles airbags deployed. *nlm ph.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Mileage was 1800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in GRAND JUNCTION, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank AssemblyKia Spectra 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Review #10021734 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 02, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . while driving vehicle engine light came on and stayed on. this was caused by a faulty fuel tank senor, and part was replaced. problem recurred. *tt.Mileage was 1000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MICHIE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility WindshieldKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Windshield Review #10021738 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD . the windshield glass cracked very easily when impacted by the lightest object per consumer. *tt.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MICHIE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Structure Body DoorKia Spectra 2002 Structure Body Door Review #10021742 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR . the rubbers seal around the doors frame came off track. this resulted in the door not being closed properly. *tt.Mileage was 15000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MICHIE, TN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10025202 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 07, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . i rear ended another vehicle at 30-40 mph, front end damage resulting in over $6400, including unibody alignment. upon impact driver and passenger air bags did not deploy, brakes locked up and did not release. i am concerned about the safety of this vehicle and would like an investigation into this matter.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 13734 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 18, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ALL STAR KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 225 490 8000 . DEALER'S CITY: BATON ROUGE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: LA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 70817 . Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, HydraulicKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10025202 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 07, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . i rear ended another vehicle at 30-40 mph, front end damage resulting in over $6400, including unibody alignment. upon impact driver and passenger air bags did not deploy, brakes locked up and did not release. i am concerned about the safety of this vehicle and would like an investigation into this matter.*ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 13734 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BATON ROUGE, LA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on June 18, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: ALL STAR KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 225 490 8000 . DEALER'S CITY: BATON ROUGE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: LA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 70817 . Kia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling EngineKia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Engine Review #10030100 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 24, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE . while driving at any speed vehicle shutdown forcing consumer to pull out of the road. dealer replaced twice the battery,but problem still recurring. *ak.Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in HOT SPRINGS, AR. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10029142 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 17, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . transmission: car will not move forward, only reverse. this is the fourth time it has been in for this complaint.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 19000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PARK CITY, IL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on July 24, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: LIBERTY AUTO PLAZA . Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10034234 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 08, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . vehicle was traveling at 45 mph when it was involved in a collision with a truck. vehicle was totaled,and air bags did not deploy. dealer notified. *ak.Vehicle was involved in a crash. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in UNION CITY, GA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10040195 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 15, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . the vehicle was hit in the front right corner by another vehicle traveling 10-15 mph. the air bag sensor was impacted but the front air bags did not deploy. the driver received injuries to the back and neck. please provide further details. *nlm.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161125. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in FORT LEWIS, WA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, HydraulicKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10042203 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . while driving at 25 mph vehicle experienced brake failure when brake pedal was depressed and vehicle failed to stop. engine then died, which stopped the vehicle, but resulted in loss of power steering.*ak.Mileage was 38000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MIDDLEBURG, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist SystemKia Spectra 2002 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist System Review #10042203 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on .KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM . while driving at 25 mph vehicle experienced brake failure when brake pedal was depressed and vehicle failed to stop. engine then died, which stopped the vehicle, but resulted in loss of power steering.*ak.Mileage was 38000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MIDDLEBURG, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10047645 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 26, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . driver's side front window locked up will not roll down. used on the way to work, 4 hours later would not roll down. no noise, or sounds just quit working. *la.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 15, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 6 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: EMERALD COAST KIA . Kia Spectra 2002 Seat BeltsKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Review #10058058 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . while driving 30 to 40 mph vehicle was in involved in a crash, and air bags failed to deploy. *ak seat belt over the left shoulder released and failed to hold up as well. consumer suffered large laceration across left eye. *la .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MODESTO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 22, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA COUNTRY . DEALER'S CITY: MANTECA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95336 . Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10058058 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 12, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . while driving 30 to 40 mph vehicle was in involved in a crash, and air bags failed to deploy. *ak seat belt over the left shoulder released and failed to hold up as well. consumer suffered large laceration across left eye. *la .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MODESTO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 22, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. VEHICLE SPEED: 30 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA COUNTRY . DEALER'S CITY: MANTECA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 95336 . Kia Spectra 2002 Steering ColumnKia Spectra 2002 Steering Column Review #10057129 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:COLUMN . ever since i bought my car--2002 kia spectra, there has been problems with the steering and suspension in the front. it basically sits on the ground, the steering "slips" from time to time without warning and it just does not feel right. the dealership says that this is the way the steering is set up, i am concerned about the safety and the dealer will not change it until it is recalled by the government. could you please investigate? thanks..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in RAYLAND, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 21, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WAIKEM KIA . DEALER'S CITY: CANTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Kia Spectra 2002 Steering Rack And Pinion RackKia Spectra 2002 Steering Rack And Pinion Rack Review #10057129 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:RACK AND PINION:RACK . ever since i bought my car--2002 kia spectra, there has been problems with the steering and suspension in the front. it basically sits on the ground, the steering "slips" from time to time without warning and it just does not feel right. the dealership says that this is the way the steering is set up, i am concerned about the safety and the dealer will not change it until it is recalled by the government. could you please investigate? thanks..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in RAYLAND, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 21, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WAIKEM KIA . DEALER'S CITY: CANTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Kia Spectra 2002 Steering Wheel And Handle BarKia Spectra 2002 Steering Wheel And Handle Bar Review #10057129 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR . ever since i bought my car--2002 kia spectra, there has been problems with the steering and suspension in the front. it basically sits on the ground, the steering "slips" from time to time without warning and it just does not feel right. the dealership says that this is the way the steering is set up, i am concerned about the safety and the dealer will not change it until it is recalled by the government. could you please investigate? thanks..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in RAYLAND, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 21, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WAIKEM KIA . DEALER'S CITY: CANTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Kia Spectra 2002 StructureKia Spectra 2002 Structure Review #10057129 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STRUCTURE . ever since i bought my car--2002 kia spectra, there has been problems with the steering and suspension in the front. it basically sits on the ground, the steering "slips" from time to time without warning and it just does not feel right. the dealership says that this is the way the steering is set up, i am concerned about the safety and the dealer will not change it until it is recalled by the government. could you please investigate? thanks..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in RAYLAND, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 21, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WAIKEM KIA . DEALER'S CITY: CANTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Kia Spectra 2002 Steering Rack And Pinion Pinion ShaftKia Spectra 2002 Steering Rack And Pinion Pinion Shaft Review #10057129 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 12, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:RACK AND PINION:PINION SHAFT . ever since i bought my car--2002 kia spectra, there has been problems with the steering and suspension in the front. it basically sits on the ground, the steering "slips" from time to time without warning and it just does not feel right. the dealership says that this is the way the steering is set up, i am concerned about the safety and the dealer will not change it until it is recalled by the government. could you please investigate? thanks..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 10 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in RAYLAND, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 21, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WAIKEM KIA . DEALER'S CITY: CANTON . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Ignition Anti-theft ControllerKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Ignition Anti-theft Controller Review #10058219 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 05, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER . 2 problems. 1st the steering wheel doesnt lock when vehicle is shut of, you can turn the wheel freely and the tires move. also sometimes not all accesories work when car is running, have to move the key around. accesories affected are the cigarette lighter, stereo and clock flitters. the second is the rubber window stripping keeps falling off, causes door to not shut properly and is very annoying.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 31000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in RANTOUL, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 18, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: O'BREIN . DEALER'S CITY: CHAMPAIGN . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. Kia Spectra 2002 Exterior Lighting HeadlightsKia Spectra 2002 Exterior Lighting Headlights Review #10065749 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 05, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS . both headlights keep blowing out. at approx. 17,000 miles the drivers side headlight burned out. replaced with standard bulb. at approx. 22,000 miles, the passenger side headlight blew out. replaced both lowbeam headlights at that time with sylvania h7 cb cool blue replacements as per local dealer recommendation. now three months later at approx. 27,000 miles, the driverside headlight has burned out again. these were all put in by a mechanic and the bulb was never touched.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 17000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in JASPER, OR. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 19, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIEFERS EUGENE KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 5416868291 . DEALER'S CITY: EUGENE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OR. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 97401 . Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical SystemKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Review #10072691 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on May 01, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . the vehicle drops serious power when the ac and radio are on. if i try rolling windows down while stopped at a light with the ac and radio on, lose more power.*ak.0 person(s) died.Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CARTERSVILLE, GA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Sept 30, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Kia Spectra 2002 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist Hose, Piping, And ConnectionsKia Spectra 2002 Steering Hydraulic Power Assist Hose, Piping, And Connections Review #10075853 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 03, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:HOSE, PIPING, AND CONNECTIONS . power steering belt failed at 15,000 miles. dealer replaced the part. however, consume r noticed that the part number was different from the original. consumer was willing to send failure part. *ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 15000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MILWAUKEE, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10078880 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . (1)brakes feel insufficient until pressed very hard (2) 2 accidents where i as the driver rear ended drivers (3) complaint was made to sholz kia when i went to have orvr recall taken care of and they stated the brakes were normal for the model. also: (1)occasionally when vehicle transmission is put in reverse (2) the car drives forward (3) i called sholz kia and chrysler-plymouth-kia or paramus and was not taken seriously. *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33430 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CORTLANT MANOR, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 09, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH-KIA OF PARAMUS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (201)845-0700 . DEALER'S CITY: PARAMUS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07652 . Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic AntilockKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Antilock Review #10078880 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on May 05, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK . (1)brakes feel insufficient until pressed very hard (2) 2 accidents where i as the driver rear ended drivers (3) complaint was made to sholz kia when i went to have orvr recall taken care of and they stated the brakes were normal for the model. also: (1)occasionally when vehicle transmission is put in reverse (2) the car drives forward (3) i called sholz kia and chrysler-plymouth-kia or paramus and was not taken seriously. *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 33430 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CORTLANT MANOR, NY. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 09, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: CHRYSLER-PLYMOUTH-KIA OF PARAMUS . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (201)845-0700 . DEALER'S CITY: PARAMUS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NJ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 07652 . Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Driveline DriveshaftKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Driveline Driveshaft Review #10082658 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2001.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT . i have owned my 2002 spectra since nov. 2001. when i go to start the car up in the mornings the car will stall out and then when i go to re-start the car it will finally start the vehicle. i have taken it to the shop to have them look at the problem but to no avail the problem has not been fixed. they have stated to me that nothing is wrong with my vehicle. i have had to have my car in the shop over 7 times for numerous problems; the struts had to be replaced, the recall on the gas line, the check engine light coming on and one of the spark plugs had blown out of it.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAKE VILLAGE, AR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 21, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KIA INDEPENDENCE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 28213 . Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical System IgnitionKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Ignition Review #10082658 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2001.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION . i have owned my 2002 spectra since nov. 2001. when i go to start the car up in the mornings the car will stall out and then when i go to re-start the car it will finally start the vehicle. i have taken it to the shop to have them look at the problem but to no avail the problem has not been fixed. they have stated to me that nothing is wrong with my vehicle. i have had to have my car in the shop over 7 times for numerous problems; the struts had to be replaced, the recall on the gas line, the check engine light coming on and one of the spark plugs had blown out of it.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAKE VILLAGE, AR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 21, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KIA INDEPENDENCE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 28213 . Kia Spectra 2002 Suspension Front Macpherson StrutKia Spectra 2002 Suspension Front Macpherson Strut Review #10082658 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 30, 2001.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT . i have owned my 2002 spectra since nov. 2001. when i go to start the car up in the mornings the car will stall out and then when i go to re-start the car it will finally start the vehicle. i have taken it to the shop to have them look at the problem but to no avail the problem has not been fixed. they have stated to me that nothing is wrong with my vehicle. i have had to have my car in the shop over 7 times for numerous problems; the struts had to be replaced, the recall on the gas line, the check engine light coming on and one of the spark plugs had blown out of it.*ak.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAKE VILLAGE, AR. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 21, 2001. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: BIFUEL. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: KIA INDEPENDENCE . DEALER'S CITY: CHARLOTTE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: NC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 28213 . Kia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine CoolingKia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10088246 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 25, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . at the end of july 2004 my kia spectra began to act as if the car was choking and not going to start after i turned on the ignition of the car. i noticed that the car only did this after it had sat for a while (like over night). i took the car to the dealership where i had purchased it a year earlier and they said that there was not any thing wrong with the car it was acting normal. if that is the case then why is it just now starting to act like this and it does not do it all the time. if you ask me i think they just don't want to fix the problem while it is still under warranty. i bet if i where to take the car to the dealer after my warranty has ran out then they would find what is wrong with it because i would have to pay to get it fixed. guess what farrell kia of spartanburg i only have 11,500 miles on this 2002 kia spectra. by the way the car is still acting like it is about to turn off or choking when i try to start the car sometimes.*ak.Mileage was 10800 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in SPARTANBURG, SC. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 23, 2003. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: FARRELL KIA OF SPARTANBURG . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 864-582-9090 . DEALER'S CITY: SPARTANBURG . DEALER'S STATE CODE: SC. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 29303 . Kia Spectra 2002 Engine And Engine Cooling Review #10092151 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING . while driving the check engine light appeared on the dashboard. the vehicle surges forward while applying the brakes the vehicle will continue speed. the driver was able to drive it to the dealer for inspection. the mechanic informed the driver that the vehicle was placed on a diagnostic machine the problem cannot be duplicated the problem. please fill in additional information..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in SOUTH LEBANON, OH. Original Owner. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed ControlKia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10097508 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Oct 21, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . while driving 50 mph, the vehicle accelerated and lurched forward at a high speed. the consumer had to apply the emergency brake, and turned the ignition switch off to get the vehicle to stop. *ak *sc .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 54000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ROCKVILLE, MD. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 21, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: SHEEHY KIA . DEALER'S CITY: SPRINGFIELD . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility WindshieldKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Windshield Review #10104434 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 15, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD . i bought a car 8 months ago, a kia spectra, right after i got it the rearview mirror fell down with a piece of the windshield. i went to the kia dealer and they fixed it. they replaced the windshield. but last week exactly the same problem happened again they rescheduled my appointment 3 times, and finally today after 7 hours of waiting i got my car back. but this time they didn't replace it, they only glued it, which by the way i don't think is going to work. but they said that kia doesn't want to replace it because the car doesn't have a kia windshield anymore. but when they replaced it the first time they decided to used a non-kia part, not me probably because the difference in the price is over $200. anyway, i'm really upset and disappointed with this. i give them a chance to show me how good kia is. you can order a kia windshield for $350 or you can replace it with a local company for about $100. so you do the math, and tell me if there is a difference. *ak.Mileage was 38000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121225. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in SALT LAKE CITY, UT. Vehicle was purchased on Mar 16, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: JERRY SEINER SALT LAKE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 801-972-8411 . DEALER'S CITY: SALT LAKE CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: UT. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 84119 . Kia Spectra 2002 Seats Front Assembly ReclinerKia Spectra 2002 Seats Front Assembly Recliner Review #10106990 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER . the consumer's vehicle was struck from the rear at 65 mph, causing it to strike another vehicle. upon impact, both the passenger and driver seats broke, and the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was totaled. *ak *sc *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 47102 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121925. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MEMPHIS, TN. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA . DEALER'S CITY: MEMPHIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10106990 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 15, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS . the consumer's vehicle was struck from the rear at 65 mph, causing it to strike another vehicle. upon impact, both the passenger and driver seats broke, and the air bags did not deploy. the vehicle was totaled. *ak *sc *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. Mileage was 47102 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121925. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MEMPHIS, TN. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA . DEALER'S CITY: MEMPHIS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, HydraulicKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10111902 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 21, 2004.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . i was moving my car from the side door of my house to the front of the garage door when i could not stop. i was doing aproxx. 3 mph and slid in the garage where it was about a half foot fropm hitting my sons truck which ironically he just had done a brake job on the day before (working great). the car was made on 6/20/2001 so if anyone as a problem it need to be reported..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 25816 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PENSACOLA, FL. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . VEHICLE SPEED: 3 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA AUTOSPORT . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 850-457-7318 . DEALER'S CITY: PENSACOLA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32506 . Kia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front Buckle AssemblyKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Front Buckle Assembly Review #10109570 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY . during an accident the consumer's seat belt released and the air bags did not deploy. *nm kia sent the consumer a letter stating that its engineers designed airbags to only deploy in severe accidents where the risk of serious injury or death was substantial. the consumer requested information on whether or not any lawyer is pursuing any cases against kia. *tc *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MODESTO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: KIA MOTORS AMERICA INC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 949-470-7000 . DEALER'S CITY: IRVINE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92619 . Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10109570 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2005.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . during an accident the consumer's seat belt released and the air bags did not deploy. *nm kia sent the consumer a letter stating that its engineers designed airbags to only deploy in severe accidents where the risk of serious injury or death was substantial. the consumer requested information on whether or not any lawyer is pursuing any cases against kia. *tc *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MODESTO, CA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. DEALER'S NAME: KIA MOTORS AMERICA INC . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 949-470-7000 . DEALER'S CITY: IRVINE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 92619 . Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10128800 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 12, 2005.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . transmisson / drivetrain.Mileage was 49659 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CHILLICOTHE, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HATFIELD KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 614-465-0002 . DEALER'S CITY: COLUMBUS . DEALER'S STATE CODE: OH. Kia Spectra 2002 WheelsKia Spectra 2002 Wheels Review #10133803 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 17, 2005.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with WHEELS . car in front stopped short so also immediately applied brakes forcefully in vehicle. wheels locked causing car to vereen across highway adn bounce off jersey barrier out of control and back across three lanes of traffic before hitting left side barrier and stopping. car is a total wreck. kia body person says accident caused wheel to lock not the other way around. didn't think they would accept liability for causing accident and they didn't let me down on that score. insurance company settled claim with deductible applied and ma automatically places blame to driver on one car accidents. the car malfunctioned and that's what caused the accident but i can't prove it..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in DORCHESTER, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK KIA . DEALER'S CITY: QUINCY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation ComponentsKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Foundation Components Review #10133803 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 17, 2005.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS . car in front stopped short so also immediately applied brakes forcefully in vehicle. wheels locked causing car to vereen across highway adn bounce off jersey barrier out of control and back across three lanes of traffic before hitting left side barrier and stopping. car is a total wreck. kia body person says accident caused wheel to lock not the other way around. didn't think they would accept liability for causing accident and they didn't let me down on that score. insurance company settled claim with deductible applied and ma automatically places blame to driver on one car accidents. the car malfunctioned and that's what caused the accident but i can't prove it..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 42000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in DORCHESTER, MA. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. DEALER'S NAME: QUIRK KIA . DEALER'S CITY: QUINCY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: MA. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10144288 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 1901.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . consumer 2002 kia spectra airbags did not deploy upon frontal collision. *ts *jb.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MUNCY VALLEY, PA. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed ControlKia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10147227 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 09, 2006.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . i am the owner of a 2002 kia spectra vin [xxx] in the last month i had 3 incidents of sudden severe acceleration associated with applying the brake. the first time, on dec 8th, as i was stopping for a traffic light, the rpm counter went to 7500, the car tried to lurch forward, and i held my foot on the brake to stop it. after a few seconds it returned to normal. my kia dealer advised me to have the car towed to the shop - they could not duplicate the problem. the second time on dec 31 in a mall parking area as i braked to turn into a parking slot - i just managed to avoid hitting one of the parked cars. the last time, on jan 5th in the toll lane of the nys thruway as i was stopping to pick up the ticket. this time again, a sudden very high accelerator with the car trying to jump forward and applying the brake to hold it. after i turned the engine off, and i started it again and again each time i restarted. i had to get out of the car and advise all the people behind me in the queue of my problem. after a few tries, i was able to start it again without revving up and i took it to the dealer very carefully. four days later, hey cannot duplicate the problem, but i am not willing to risk my life or the lives of others. i called kia customer service - they were polite but unhelpful. i don't know what to do, other than obtain legal councel as well as report this to the nys attorney general's office. any advice would be welcome thanks! *jb updated 07/17/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 50000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161925. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in ALBANY, NY. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Dec 12, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Automatic Transmission Review #10154702 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 05, 2006.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . dt*: the contact stated the vehicle made a loud grinding noise while driving 20 mph. the check engine light illuminated constantly and on several occasions the transmission would not release from the park position. the vehicle was taken to service dealers 4 times; where they determined the transmission was defective. on the first visit, part of the transmission was repaired. the vehicle was taken to a different service dealer for the second visit where the entire transmission was replaced. on the third and fourth visits, the service dealer was unable to duplicate the problem..Mileage was 40000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in KISSIMMEE, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 05, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. DEALER'S NAME: DRIVETIME . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 407-343-9400 . DEALER'S CITY: KISSIMMEE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 34741 . Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical SystemKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Review #10164444 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on July 21, 2006.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . electrical-my kia doesn't like to crank up on the first time, stalls in traffic or with a/c on i took to a auto shop after breaking down at a light in jacksonville fl they said it was the wires and charged me $468.00 still had the same problem. i took it to another shop in ga and they spent 8 hours trying to figure out why it stalls at an idle. no one can fix it. i think this is extremely dangerous in the city and i am now afraid to drive my car long distance. *jb.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 88000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in NORMAN PARK, GA. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 17, 2005. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Review #10171264 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 10, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . had kia since 11-2002, had to take back to the dealer over 10 times within the first month. had brake problems, engine light would come on and stick shift would not go into gear easily. dash board has started warping because it is not glued together. the steering column also comes apart. dealer says it is suppose to do that. had taken it to mechanic who informs me that eventually my dashboard will warp all the to the airbags. now i am afraid that airbag will deploy while driving and cause an accident. then i found out that there was a recall on the back brakes because they were leaking, and i was never informed and had to pay to have my brakes fixed myself. i have talked to the home office of kia and everybody refuses to help me. please give me any feed back to help me. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LEESBURG, FL. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: MAN . DEALER'S NAME: JOHNSONS KIA OF LEESBURG . Kia Spectra 2002 Seat BeltsKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Review #10183049 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 20, 2007.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SEAT BELTS . we have now had a second failure of the passenger side seat belt. it now lacks a retract, as well as a locking mechanism and is completely useless. now also, two months out of warranty. *nm.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 44000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121125. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in TALLAHASSEE, FL. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 15, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA AUTOSPORT OF TALLAHASSEE . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: (850) 576-2116 . DEALER'S CITY: TALLAHASSEE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: FL. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 32304 . Kia Spectra 2002 SuspensionKia Spectra 2002 Suspension Review #10205291 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 2007.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with SUSPENSION . the rear driver tire went flat while driving 60 mph. the window was down and all of a sudden a tapping noise started to sound, when the car stopped because the steering wheel was feeling shaky, the tire had a rip in the side of it, the wires were showing, it looked like a cut but it had just happened while driving down the highway. it was scary to say the least. the tire has alot of tread left on it and i think the other matching set of tires may explode any day. afraid to drive the car now with the tires being this way. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100322 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161625. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in KNOX, IN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 11, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA DEALER . DEALER'S CITY: MICHIGAN CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 46363 . Kia Spectra 2002 TiresKia Spectra 2002 Tires Review #10205291 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Oct 06, 2007.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with TIRES . the rear driver tire went flat while driving 60 mph. the window was down and all of a sudden a tapping noise started to sound, when the car stopped because the steering wheel was feeling shaky, the tire had a rip in the side of it, the wires were showing, it looked like a cut but it had just happened while driving down the highway. it was scary to say the least. the tire has alot of tread left on it and i think the other matching set of tires may explode any day. afraid to drive the car now with the tires being this way. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100322 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161625. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in KNOX, IN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on May 11, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. DEALER'S NAME: KIA DEALER . DEALER'S CITY: MICHIGAN CITY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 46363 . Kia Spectra 2002 Visibility Power Window Devices And ControlsKia Spectra 2002 Visibility Power Window Devices And Controls Review #10211447 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2003.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. had a problem with VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. while driving 5 mph, the front driver side power window fell. the dealer stated that the window regulator caused the failure. approximately two years later, the failure recurred. the dealer stated that the window regulator was poor quality and they replaced the window regulator and re-attached the window cable. approximately one year later, the driver and passenger side rear windows and the front passenger side window fell simultaneously. the dealer stated that the weather caused a plastic part on the window regulator to fail. the dealer replaced all three window regulators. the powertrain was unknown. the failure mileage was 3,000 and current mileage was 24,140. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 3000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121635. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MESA, AZ. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 16, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: PEORIA KIA . Kia Spectra 2002 Tires Tread/beltKia Spectra 2002 Tires Tread/belt Review #10217019 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 23, 2007.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with TIRES:TREAD/BELT . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. the vehicle has starfire flite-line iv, size p185/65r14 (na) tires. while driving 25 mph, the vehicle swerved back and forth. the dealer stated that the tire tread was worn. the dealer explained what caused the tires to continuously wear; however, the contact could not remember the information. the tires were replaced seven times with different tire brands and lines. the dot number was unknown. the failure mileage was 12,000 and current mileage was 90,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 12000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161725. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BLACK RIVER FALLS, WI. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10220356 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 05, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. while driving 35 mph, the contact's daughter rear-ended another vehicle. she sustained minor injuries, but the vehicle was destroyed. the air bags failed to deploy. the vehicle was towed to a dealer, but they could not explain the failure. the current and failure mileages were 75,000..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 75000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in COLUMBIA, MD. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 01, 2001. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. DEALER'S NAME: WIND KELLY . Kia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts RearKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Rear Review #10222789 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 22, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SEAT BELTS:REAR . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. while driving approximately 5 to 10 mph the middle seat belt broke. the child safety seat was secured in that seat belt when it broke. the child was not injured. the dealer stated that the repair would not be covered under the warranty. the labor rate is $70 and the cost to repair it is $85. as of march 24, 2008, the dealer had not repaired the seatbelt. the contact is aware of the safety risk involved since her child can reach the door handle. the engine size was unavailable. the vin appeared to be invalid. the failure and current mileages were 89,300. updated 05/19/08. *lj.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 89300 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNASB121725. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CARRYVILLE, TN. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 07, 2002. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 5 mph. DEALER'S NAME: HARRY LANE CHRYSLER KIA . DEALER'S TELEPHONE NUMBER: 8655314000 . DEALER'S CITY: KNOXVILLE . DEALER'S STATE CODE: TN. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 37930 . Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10222614 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 15, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . 1. my son was driving my car on us 280 in alabama just south of birmingham when he was involved in an accident with another automobile. according to the police report he was traveling at 45 mph when he impacted the rear of another car. 2. as a result of the impact he was thrown forward and his head struck the windshield. he suffered a mild concussion and cuts an bruises. the automobile has factory installed air bags for both the driver and passenger. neither air bag deployed. 3. state farm (the insurer) wrote the car off as a total loss. i sent photos of the car to kia corporate in irvin, ca. their comment was that the airbags should not deploy in and accident of this nature. no one looked at the car to determine what failed in the system. *tr .Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 68000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121925. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BIRMINGHAM, AL. Accident was reported to Police. Original Owner. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10223457 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 11, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . i was involved in a front end collision and my kia spectra was a total loss. i was taken to the hospital by ambulance for neck and head injuries. my airbag never went off. i believe it should have. the insurance wants to close out the claim and i advised them that i wanted kia to inspect the vehicle as to why the airbag did not deploy. would like to take care of this without having to get a lawyer involved. i was released from the hospital with whiplash and pain meds. i need to get a new vehicle and liked my spectra but am unsure as to its safety. the vehicle was smoking but not sure as to what caused it. fireman brought over an extinguisher but i don't believe they used it. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 2 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CENTENNIAL, CO. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 12, 2006. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:U. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Kia Spectra 2002 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BURT KUNI HONDA . DEALER'S CITY: CENTENNIAL . DEALER'S STATE CODE: CO. Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed ControlKia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10236947 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . three years ago while traveling down i-40 the cruise control stuck on the car, the brakes locked up. the car had climb to 90 mph in a 65 before i realized what was happening. the only way to stop the car was to put the car in neutral and cut the engine. thank the dear lord in heaven me and 2 other co-workers were not in heaven traffic that day. i had the car towed to kia in winston salem, nc where the mechanics are the only ones that had ever worked on that car at that time. they tried to say that it was an animal or someone must have touched the cable causing it to slip out of the groove which would cause the cruise control to stick. they flipped it back on and it worked fine until friday night, august 1, 2008 around 9:00 at night when me and my 10 yr old daughter was coming home from having dinner out. again the cruise control stuck started accelerating with no way of stopping it and the brakes locked up. the car had climbed to 70 mph in a 55 before i finally put it in neutral and cut the engine. the car has scared me twice now. i am scared that it will happened it again and next time we want be lucky. i am afraid this car may end up hurting us or someone else really bad. i complained to kia 3yrs ago they didn't care when the car was still under warranty and i sure don't see them caring now. do you? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 141865 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in WINSTON SALEM, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, HydraulicKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10236947 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 01, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . three years ago while traveling down i-40 the cruise control stuck on the car, the brakes locked up. the car had climb to 90 mph in a 65 before i realized what was happening. the only way to stop the car was to put the car in neutral and cut the engine. thank the dear lord in heaven me and 2 other co-workers were not in heaven traffic that day. i had the car towed to kia in winston salem, nc where the mechanics are the only ones that had ever worked on that car at that time. they tried to say that it was an animal or someone must have touched the cable causing it to slip out of the groove which would cause the cruise control to stick. they flipped it back on and it worked fine until friday night, august 1, 2008 around 9:00 at night when me and my 10 yr old daughter was coming home from having dinner out. again the cruise control stuck started accelerating with no way of stopping it and the brakes locked up. the car had climbed to 70 mph in a 55 before i finally put it in neutral and cut the engine. the car has scared me twice now. i am scared that it will happened it again and next time we want be lucky. i am afraid this car may end up hurting us or someone else really bad. i complained to kia 3yrs ago they didn't care when the car was still under warranty and i sure don't see them caring now. do you? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 141865 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in WINSTON SALEM, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 70 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10250107 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . on friday november 28, 2008 at 4:45pm, i was driving on state highway 58 by jenkins and rosedale highway in bakersfield, ca. i was going approximately 50 mph and was approximately 50 yards from the vehicle in front of me. i had to slam on my brakes due to the car in front of my braking automatically, my brakes locked up and i was in a front end crash. not only did my brakes lock up, but my duel sided air bags in my 2002 kia spectra which i have only owned for four months did not deploy. luckily no one was badly injured but due to this incident my muscles are badly sore and bruised. the whole front end of my vehicle is destroyed and most importantly my headlights which are required by law to have, are shattered. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in TAFT, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air BagsKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Review #10250107 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with AIR BAGS . on friday november 28, 2008 at 4:45pm, i was driving on state highway 58 by jenkins and rosedale highway in bakersfield, ca. i was going approximately 50 mph and was approximately 50 yards from the vehicle in front of me. i had to slam on my brakes due to the car in front of my braking automatically, my brakes locked up and i was in a front end crash. not only did my brakes lock up, but my duel sided air bags in my 2002 kia spectra which i have only owned for four months did not deploy. luckily no one was badly injured but due to this incident my muscles are badly sore and bruised. the whole front end of my vehicle is destroyed and most importantly my headlights which are required by law to have, are shattered. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in TAFT, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Exterior LightingKia Spectra 2002 Exterior Lighting Review #10250107 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Nov 28, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with EXTERIOR LIGHTING . on friday november 28, 2008 at 4:45pm, i was driving on state highway 58 by jenkins and rosedale highway in bakersfield, ca. i was going approximately 50 mph and was approximately 50 yards from the vehicle in front of me. i had to slam on my brakes due to the car in front of my braking automatically, my brakes locked up and i was in a front end crash. not only did my brakes lock up, but my duel sided air bags in my 2002 kia spectra which i have only owned for four months did not deploy. luckily no one was badly injured but due to this incident my muscles are badly sore and bruised. the whole front end of my vehicle is destroyed and most importantly my headlights which are required by law to have, are shattered. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121525. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in TAFT, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 50 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Parking BrakeKia Spectra 2002 Parking Brake Review #10266468 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 23, 2002.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with PARKING BRAKE . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. the emergency brake has not worked properly since the vehicle was purchased in april 2002. the vehicle continued to move after the brake was engaged. on several occasions, the dealer stated that the brakes are fine and to pull a little harder. the failure mileage was 63,000..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 63000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121825. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in BELOIT, WI. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Air Bags FrontalKia Spectra 2002 Air Bags Frontal Review #10284950 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 16, 2006.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with AIR BAGS:FRONTAL . on monday, january 16, 2006, a 1984 gmc pickup, crossed the center line of tx 317, causing a severe frontal collision with a 2002 kia spectra. although the spectra driver was properly wearing her seat belt, she sustained fatal blunt force injuries when the frontal driver?s side air bag failed to deploy in the severe frontal collision due to an open circuit in the airbag system. the passenger air bag, however, did deploy and provided supplemental restraint to the belted passenger, thus she was not seriously injured in the crash. warranty claims to kia for open circuits in this and similar models' airbag systems number in excess of 400 and maybe many times that number. *tr.Vehicle was involved in a crash. 1 person(s) were injured. 1 person(s) died.Mileage was 53000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121925. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in DALLAS, TX. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Manual TransmissionKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Manual Transmission Review #10286276 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Sept 26, 2009.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION . i have a 02 kia spectra and the transmission went on this vehicle. i only have 60,000 miles on the car. i feel this should be still under warranty. *tr.Mileage was 59900 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in COLUMBIA STATION, OH. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Child SeatKia Spectra 2002 Child Seat Review #10302132 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 17, 2010.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with CHILD SEAT . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra (na). the contact owns a 2008 cosco child restraint seat, model number 222-33pet. the child was properly secured facing forward in the " child restraint seat which unexpectedly tilted in a forward position. the failure occurred whenever the child restraint seat was in use which was installed using the latch system. the contact had notified the manufacturer of the safety concerns. there were concerns of the potential safety risk involved. the failure mileage was unknown. the vin was unable. .Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in WEST JEFFERSON, NC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator PedalKia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Accelerator Pedal Review #10303031 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Dec 26, 2009.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL . stopping to avoid cars cutting me off or braking for any reason. occurs often. brake & gas pedals too close. thought it was a surge for along time, but realized both pedals were being pressed at the same time, even more so for people with a wider foot than mine. noted by my mechanic and daughter also. several near misses. mechanic had no remedy for problem. it's a kia spectra, ls, 2002 problem. *cw.Mileage was 28000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PALM HARBOR, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 20 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, HydraulicKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10324387 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 25, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . loss of brakes when air condition is on. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CHICKASAW, AL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Seat BeltsKia Spectra 2002 Seat Belts Review #10335892 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 10, 2010.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SEAT BELTS . the front passenger seat belt female fastener and assembly was found to be no longer secured to seat or car on further investigation it was found that the 1 bolt that holds the bracket to the vehicle had come fully out allowing the bracket to be pulled out. *tr.Mileage was 99000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121X25. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in WEST HENRIETTA, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, ElectricKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Electric Review #10336611 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 05, 2010.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC . 2nd request. i have a 2002 kia spectra, ls. what i attributed to an engine surge since owning the car has turned out to be more serious and frightening. the gas and brakes pedals are too close, this was noticed by a mechanic and my daughter. when depressing either pedal, both are depressed at the same time. depending on which one gets more pressure, that's the one that takes over. when parking in a handicap spot last week i was fortunate to be aiming at the space between the cars facing me. i managed to remove my foot in time to depress the brake before i went all the way through to the next lane behind the cars. this has happened many times. so far i've been fortunate enough to remove my foot and step on the brake before i was hit by another car, or i ran into them. the brake pedal is also crooked but that has nothing to do with their positions. i am a small person so i can't imagine how a person with larger feet can deal with this. even my hiking shoes make the problem worse because they are wider. as a 73 yr. old woman, i am still an able driver and not imagining this. it's terrifying and i've told my children if i'm ever killed in a car accident, that will no doubt be the cause. [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr.Mileage was 36600 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in PALM HARBOR, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 2 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed ControlKia Spectra 2002 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10381317 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Feb 09, 2011.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. the contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light with her foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward and accelerated, crashing into the rear of another vehicle. there were no injuries. no police report was filed. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 79,637..Vehicle was involved in a crash. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 79637 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121925. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in SYCRACUSE, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Electrical SystemKia Spectra 2002 Electrical System Review #10453207 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2012.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM . car just caught on fire while driving. no caution lights came on. fire started around the back tire of car, passenger rear. possibly trunk. have photos. smoke quickly entered back seat area with only moments to stop and jump out before it went up in smoke. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CARMEL, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 WheelsKia Spectra 2002 Wheels Review #10453207 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2012.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with WHEELS . car just caught on fire while driving. no caution lights came on. fire started around the back tire of car, passenger rear. possibly trunk. have photos. smoke quickly entered back seat area with only moments to stop and jump out before it went up in smoke. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CARMEL, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, HydraulicKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10453207 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Mar 23, 2012.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . car just caught on fire while driving. no caution lights came on. fire started around the back tire of car, passenger rear. possibly trunk. have photos. smoke quickly entered back seat area with only moments to stop and jump out before it went up in smoke. *tr.Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 76000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in CARMEL, IN. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 55 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Power TrainKia Spectra 2002 Power Train Review #10456150 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Jan 01, 2008.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . tl* the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. the contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate from a stop and would exhibit loud noises when driving above 40 mph. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the transmission was replaced. approximately four years later, the contact stated that the vehicle would not reverse when shifted into reverse. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was again advised to replace the transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 31,432. updated 09/06/12*lj updated 09/10/2012 *js.Mileage was 31432 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121425. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MANTENO, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 01, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Vehicle had 4 CYLINDERS. Kia Spectra 2002 drive type:FWD. FUEL TYPE: GAS. VEHICLE SPEED: 40 mph. DEALER'S NAME: BILL KAY HONDA . DEALER'S CITY: BRADLEY . DEALER'S STATE CODE: IL. Kia Spectra 2002 Power Train Review #10459735 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on May 07, 2007.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with POWER TRAIN . i purchased 2002 kia spectra in 11/ 2004 with 14,000 miles on it. ( i have all maintenance work documented) . in 2006 i noticed my car would get sluggish and hesitate whenever i would accelerate. it didn't happen all the time. but i did take it in for a tune-up and transmission flush and fill. this was in 10/2006 and i only had 26,000 miles on it .but this problem persisted and it worsened to a point that it took a while before it would shift gears. i would have to hold my foot on the gas pedal and pump it a few times. i took it to a dealer in january 2008 and explained to them what was happening and it was making loud noises. they said the transmission was defective and it needed to be replaced. so i replaced the transmission cost was $1,800.00 they also stated the transmission had been replaced in this car once before. now this is the second transmission and my car only has 31,442 miles on it. so my car was now running ok at first but it still pauses and jerks when im driving. this happens with my foot on the gas pedal no matter what speed im driving at. it also wont go in reverse when i shift to the reverse gear. this began to happen in january 2012 and with only 50159 miles on it. again i took it to a local kia dealership and the technician found that the transmission has internal failures, the cost to replace the transmission is $1520.00 installed. *tr .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 30000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in MANTENO, IL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service BrakesKia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes Review #10473838 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 13, 2012.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by KIA MOTORS CORPORATION had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . tl* the contact owns a 2002 kia spectra. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the brakes failed. the contact stated that the brake pedal went completely to the floorboard. the contact added brake fluid to the vehicle however, the failure recurred. the contact stated that she noticed that the brake fluid was leaking out of the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 100,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 100000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121825. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in OCALA, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes Review #10510333 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Apr 01, 2013.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . as i was about to stop down a steep hill my brakes gave away and jesus took the wheel is all i can say.brake came on no brake fluid .i get my oil changed every 3,000 miles it just leaks out as soon as i replace it. mechanic for 40 years said never seen this happen on a car. the connector were the valves or connecting is leaking all the brake fluid out . *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 186000 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LAURENS, SC. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 10 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Service Brakes Review #10545547 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 13, 2013.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by Kia Motors Corporation had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES . driving at 35 mph, slowing down approaching traffic light, pressed on brakes and had almost no tension. nearly smashed directly into the person in front of me. used both feet with all the pressure i could give to stop the car. found out that the brake proportioning valve is leaking brake fluid leaving me with no brake fluid whatsoever. very dangerous. the proportioning valve needs replacing. i have been filling up the brake fluid reservoir at least once a week. this is an incredibly dangerous situation to be in. thousands of people have had this same problem, why has this not been assessed? *js.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 122800 miles. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in TOPEKA, KS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 StructureKia Spectra 2002 Structure Review #10598543 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 30, 2009.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with STRUCTURE . heat has warped dashboard so vents no longer stay seated. *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in SANTA ROSA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. Kia Spectra 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel PumpKia Spectra 2002 Fuel System, Gasoline Delivery Fuel Pump Review #10621946 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on Aug 06, 2014.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP . tl* the contact owns a 2002 kia spectrum. the contact stated while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle stalled. the vehicle failed to restart and it was coasted to the side of the road. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the failure was contributed to a faulty fuel pump. the vehicle was repaired. the failure recurred and the mechanic replaced the fuel pump connector and a blown fuse . the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the approximate failure mileage was 165,000. .0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 165000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB161025. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in LOUISVILLE, KY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 25 mph. Kia Spectra 2002 Unknown Or OtherKia Spectra 2002 Unknown Or Other Review #10658989 KIA SPECTRA 2002 car safety problem was reported on June 01, 2007.KIA SPECTRA 2002, manufactured by Kia Motors America had a problem with UNKNOWN OR OTHER . the paint just faded away. alot on the hood of the car. looks bad with part of the paint fading away. was there a recall for the factory paint job on the car/.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 90000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):KNAFB121325. Kia Spectra 2002 problem was reported in GAUTIER, MS. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. |
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