NHTSA — Engine And Engine Cooling: Engine Problems

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
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Injuries / Deaths:
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Average Mileage:
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2002 Kia Spectra engine problems

engine problem

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2002 Kia Spectra Owner Comments

problem #2

Jul 242003

Spectra

  • miles

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While driving at any speed vehicle shutdown forcing consumer to pull out of the road. Dealer replaced twice the battery, but problem still recurring.

- Hot Springs, AR, USA

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problem #1

Mar 242003

(reported on)

Spectra

  • miles
The vehicle ran rough, idled rough at stop lights, and had a hard start in the morning. In a few weeks of purchase, two spark plugs were replaced. The dealer stated the rough running was normal. Scc

- Olathe, KS, USA

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