NHTSA Safety Recalls
Kia Spectra Recalls by Year
Every model year from 2004 to 2007, ranked by how many recalls it carries.
Across 4 model years (2004–2007) the Kia Spectra has 5 NHTSA recalls. The worst year is 2005 with 2; the cleanest is 2007 with 1.
- Model years
- 4
- Total recalls
- 5
- Worst year
- 2005
- Cleanest year
- 2007
2004–2007
2 recalls
1 recalls
Recalls by model year
| Year | Recalls | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 Kia Spectra | 1 | |
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 1 | |
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2 | |
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 1 |
What gets recalled most on the Kia Spectra
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING4
- STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY1
Reading these numbers
A high recall count is not the same as an unreliable car. Recalls are safety defects the manufacturer reports and repairs free; a maker that files many of them is often being more diligent, not less. Older model years also accumulate recalls simply by existing longer.
What matters for a specific car is whether its own VIN is covered by an open campaign. Check it on NHTSA's lookup or call 1-888-327-4236.