2004 Kia Spectra vs 2006 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 | 2004 Kia Spectra | 2006 Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 100 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 19 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 28 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | 25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 31,000 mi | 70,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Spectra | Kia Spectra |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 | 46 |
| Power Train | 16 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5 |
| Structure | 2 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 7 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 8 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
2004 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.