4.0

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
29,811 miles

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problem #2

Dec 252009

Spectra

  • 55,000 miles
Kis speedometer, repeated failures. On multiple occasions my 2005 speedometer has given false readings off by as much as an estimated 25 mph. A review of the internet and Kia-forums.com, this is not an uncommon problem in models well past eh 1999 Kia speedometer recall. Kia has refused to do anything since they "can't repeat the intermittent problem." I do not know how often the speedometer is incorrect outside the identified events.

- Clinton, MS, USA

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problem #1

Jul 142005

Spectra 4-cyl

  • Manual transmission
  • 4,622 miles
Slightest contact with most driveways loosens front spoiler to the point of detaching from vehicle. Front spoiler is too low to avoid this type of damge and the spoiler is held onto the vehicle with doublesided tape, 8 pop-out brackets and 2 screws. Parts become loose over time.

- Napa, CA, USA

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