4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
28,253 miles

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2001 Kia Spectra engine problems

engine problem

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2001 Kia Spectra Owner Comments

problem #3

Feb 132007

Spectra 4-cyl

  • 60,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The engine had a casting defect warranty would not cover which caused me to have to replace it I'm having to constantly replace sensors O2 and the sensors in the shifter the car is breaking down every month since I bought the car.

- Dry Ridge, KY, USA

problem #2

Apr 142003

Spectra 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 24,760 miles
I own a 2001 Kia Spectra hatchback. I have 24,000 miles on this vehicle. It has started stalling while driving and I also have trouble starting it. I have taken it to the dealer for service and have been told it is on a "call" list. I was given no further information. I was just told to give them a few days to "try" to fix the problem.

- Amherst, OH, USA

problem #1

Mar 252003

Spectra

  • miles
The engine stalled without warning.

- Ruther Glen, VA, USA

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