Kia Spectra engine problems by year
31 NHTSA owner complaints name the engine across 5 Spectra model years. The most reported year is 2008 with 10 reports.
| Year | Engine reports | Share | Median mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Spectra | 5 | 4% | — | |
| 2008 Spectra | 10 | 8% | — | |
| 2007 Spectra | 7 | 5% | — | |
| 2006 Spectra | 5 | 5% | — | |
| 2005 Spectra | 4 | 4% | — |
Share is the fraction of that year’s complaints naming the engine. Raw counts are not adjusted for sales volume — years that sold more units naturally accumulate more reports.