2006 KIA Spectra Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Spectra years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 10 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 KIA Spectra. That ranks 5th out of 10 Spectra model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (46 complaints, 46%), typically at around 56,500 miles. Complaints mention 28 crashes, 3 fires, 32 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 100owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 28complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 KIA Spectra problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 46 | 46% | 56,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 9 | 9% | 80,440 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 7% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 7% | 76,028 | — | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 7% | 81,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 7% | 700 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 5 | 5% | 76,321 | — | — |
| Engine | 5 | 5% | 116,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 4% | 19,600 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4% | 25,056 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 3% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 3% | 67,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 3% | 4,550 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2% | 96,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | 104,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 48,537 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | 135,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 71,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 1% | 100,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 1% | 59,896 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 KIA Spectra recalls (1)
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Fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Problem: Kia is recalling certain model year 2004-2007 spectra ld vehicles manufactured from november 7, 2003, through march 6, 2007, originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. There is a possibility that corrosion of the fuel tank straps which hold the tank may occur as a result of prolonged exposure to road salt. As a result of the corrosion, one or both straps may separate allowing the fuel tank to contact the ground and possibly disrupt the integrity of the tank.
Risk: The fuel tank can fall from the vehicle and strike the ground which could cause a fuel leak. Leaking fuel can create a fire hazard.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank straps and attaching hardware with new zinc coated parts. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on june 6, 2011. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
My car just stop on me. I think my engine is not working ð had to called a tow truck to take me home and car.
The contact owns a 2006 Kia Spectra. The contact stated that three of her interior door handles had become defective and the doors could not be opened from inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear passengerâs side door and the front driverâs and passengerâs side door handles were…
While driving at freeway speeds vehicle suddenly slams down a gear or two causing moderate whiplash,and scaring the living crap out of myself and any passengers, upon having vehicle inspected by an ase certified repair technician he confirmed my complaint and stated that car seemed to be going into…
The contact owns a 2006 Kia Spectra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 11V256000 (Fuel System, Other). The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The check engine and brake warning lights were illuminated. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia spectra. The contact stated that the door handles were inoperable. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a…
Other KIA Spectra years
← 2005 Spectra · 2007 Spectra →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 Spectra | 114 | 0 |
| 2008 Spectra | 121 | 0 |
| 2007 Spectra | 152 | 1 |
| 2006 | 100 | 1 |
| 2005 Spectra | 103 | 2 |
| 2004 Spectra | 71 | 1 |
| 2003 Spectra | 90 | 0 |
| 2002 Spectra | 92 | 0 |
| 2001 Spectra | 40 | 0 |
| 2000 Spectra | 23 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 KIA Spectra?
Owners most often report air bags, structure, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 46 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 KIA Spectra?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 KIA Spectra a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Spectra model years, the 2006 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.