2002 Ford Focus vs 2002 Kia Spectra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2002 Ford Focus | 2002 Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 939 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 143 | 15 |
| Investigations | 5 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 82 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–28 | 22–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,000 mi | 44,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 277 | 9 |
| Suspension | 109 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 103 | 6 |
| Air Bags | 72 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 | 9 |
| Power Train | 58 | 12 |
| Tires | 62 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 58 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 119 | 9 |
| Vibration / shaking | 46 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 24 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 23 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 17 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
2002 Ford Focus
2002 Kia Spectra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.