9.0

really awful
Typical Repair Cost:
$2,000
Average Mileage:
55,050 miles
Total Complaints:
2 complaints

Most common solutions:

  1. not sure (1 reports)
  2. replace transmission (1 reports)
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problem #2

Nov 012013

Spectra

  • Automatic transmission
  • 110,000 miles

This thing is awful. Besides the craptastic interior, I have had nothing but problems with this vehicle. The engine has always shaken, but worst of all, I HAD TO REPLACE THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION. NOT covered by warranty, $2,000 down the drain. Save yourself the trouble, and stay AWAY from this vehicle. Everything about it is cheap, inside and out. GROSS. GARBAGE. CAR.

- Heather D., Milwaukee, WI, US

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problem #1

Jun 062004

Spectra LX 1.8L

  • Automatic transmission
  • 49 miles

that kia is nothing but a pain in my backside. i wish we would have never gotten the piece of dung! we will never have another one. the dealer was no help either. all they said was that's normal for them to do that. I DON'T THINK SO!!!! it would slip & not shift right. that car has been one problem after another from day one. IT'S A LEMON!!!!

- serg, Carterville, IL, US

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