2005 Kia Spectra steering problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the steering on the 2005 Kia Spectra — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 kia spectra. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and the brakes seized. The contact had no control over the vehicle's direction and crashed into another vehicle. The front passenger side of the contact's vehicle was damaged. None of…”
filed Aug 15, 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2005 kia spectra. While driving at 20 mph, the steering wheel started to pull to the left. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was diagnosed, but not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…”
filed Jun 9, 2015
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE STEERING TIE RODS MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING FLAW THAT…Campaign 05V183000 · Apr 28, 2005
Steering problems in other Spectra years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Spectra | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 Spectra | 5 | 4% |
| 2007 Spectra | 4 | 3% |
| 2006 Spectra | 3 | 3% |
| 2004 Spectra | 3 | 4% |
| 2003 Spectra | 4 | 4% |
| 2002 Spectra | 4 | 4% |
| 2001 Spectra | 1 | 3% |
| 2000 Spectra | 1 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Kia Spectra
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.