Recalls ·2006 Kia Spectra

2006 Kia Spectra recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2006 Kia Spectra; the most frequently affected component is fuel system, other — mounting. Owners filed 118 complaints, most often about air bags. Among the 3 model years of this model in the database, 2006 ranks #2 for number of recalls.

Recalls1
Complaints118
Crashes reported7in stored complaints
Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Fuel system, other — MountingCampaign 11V256000 · 25 Apr 2011

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.

Remedy: 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.

What owners complain about

Share of the 35 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Air bags17 · 49%
Fuel/propulsion system7 · 20%
Power train6 · 17%
Engine5 · 14%
Unknown or other3 · 9%
Electrical system3 · 9%
Latches/locks/linkages2 · 6%
Service brakes2 · 6%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia spectra. While driving approximately 45 mph, the driver attempted to move the vehicle into the left lane; however, another vehicle was in the lane. The driver quickly steered the vehicle back into the right lane; however, the vehicle spun out of control and turned over on the driver's…

Air bags · Dec 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

80,000 miles air bag warning light came on while driving. When occupant is seated in the occupant seat, "air bag warning off" light remains (even to this date 11/18/14). A kia specialist, in asheville, nc, diagnosed as wear and tear. Also, stated that it could be someone not sitting in the seat properly and/or over…

Air bags · Nov 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

From the 2nd day after purchasing the vehicle 6/27/2015 when i turned on a/c the car has been hesitating and stalling. Every time i started and stopped at lights or stop signs. And even in traffic . Making the driving experience unsafe.and so ive been complaining ever since. They said if check engine light came on…

Power train · Nov 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 kia spectra. Every time the vehicle was started, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that the passenger side ocs mat was defective and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…

Air bags · Aug 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

20052
20061
20071

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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