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Worst Model Year:
2001

We don't have a lot of complaints on file for the Kia Spectra (although feel free to add yours here) -- it's either not very popular ... or it's very, very good.

The 2009 Kia Spectra has the most complaints, & the most-reported problem is with the 2001 Spectra for won't shift into drive or reverse.

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Worst Reported Problems with the Spectra

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Most Common Spectra Complaints

  1. #1: won't shift into drive or reverse on 2001 Spectra

  2. #2: transmission stuck in gear on 2002 Spectra

  3. #3: heater core failure on 2002 Spectra

  4. #4: airbag does not always activate on 2008 Spectra

  5. #5: air bag does not engage on 2009 Spectra

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