2009 Kia Spectra vs 2009 Toyota Camry
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 23, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Kia Spectra | 2009 Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 114 | 1,293 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 28 | 425 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 150 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 19 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–27 | 23–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,000 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Spectra | Toyota Camry |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 266 |
| Structure | 5 | 224 |
| Engine | 5 | 208 |
| Air Bags | 76 | 66 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 82 |
| Visibility/wiper | 0 | 92 |
| Suspension | 0 | 70 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 55 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 48 | 0 |
| Stalling | 7 | 43 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 96 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 35 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 15 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 13 |
2009 Kia Spectra
2009 Toyota Camry
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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.