2008 Kia Spectra problems by component
120 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Kia Spectra, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags → | 61 | 51% | 63,500 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control → | 15 | 13% | 93,500 mi |
| Electrical System → | 14 | 12% | 85,000 mi |
| Engine → | 10 | 8% | — |
| Seat Belts | 8 | 7% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 7 | 6% | — |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 4% | — |
| Steering | 5 | 4% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 4 | 3% | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 3% | — |
| Structure | 4 | 3% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 3% | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1% | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.