2005 Kia Spectra vs 2007 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 | 2005 Kia Spectra | 2007 Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 103 | 152 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 23 | 30 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 23 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 25 | 26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,571 mi | 64,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Spectra | Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 43 | 56 |
| Electrical System | 11 | 16 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 | 12 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 15 |
| Power Train | 7 | 8 |
| Steering | 10 | 4 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 12 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 21 |
| Stalling | 0 | 26 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 5 |
2005 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.