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2000 Kia Spectra recalls and problems

There are no safety recalls for the 2000 Kia Spectra, but owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA.

Recalls
0
Complaints
23
Crashes / fires
6 / 0
Injuries / deaths
7 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2000 Kia Spectra vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Kia Spectra problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Air Bags9
Engine and Engine Cooling7
Service Brakes, Hydraulic3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Electrical System2
Power Train2
Seat Belts1
Suspension1
Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Parking Brake1
Steering1

Most reported parts

  • Air Bags › Frontal — 3
  • Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components — 2
  • Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System › Fan — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control — 1
  • Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage — 1
  • Air Bags › Side/Window — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 29,284 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Kia Spectra complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Steering · reported Jul 1, 2005
My wife was driving our 2000 kia spectra when the clam shell (Steering column cover) came apart while she was making a turn. The top piece pull a wire loose causing the air bag indicator to come on, and it also prevented her from completing the turn that she was trying to make. She eventually had to come to an abrupt stop in the middle of the street. We had just picked up the car that same day from having the air conditioning unit serviced and the radio replaced (2nd time for the radio), and then the service manager and tech came out to our house after my wife finally was able to drive it…
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Aug 23, 2004
Engine overheats a lot.when I start the car at time smoke came from under neat of the steering wheel. Ac line frozen . Cooling fan not working. First time they replaced junction block, second time they replaced the water pump,,,gasket and third time they replaced the relay....replaced cooling fan.
Air Bags · at 1,819 miles · reported Aug 23, 2004
The air bag light keep coming on after starting the car. First time I was told it's the clock spring,second time it was the air bag module ,third time I was told it was the clocky spring module again.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 29,284 miles · reported Aug 23, 2004
Engine overheats a lot.when I start the car at time smoke came from under neat of the steering wheel. Ac line frozen . Cooling fan not working. First time they replaced junction block, second time they replaced the water pump,,,gasket and third time they replaced the relay....replaced cooling fan.
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 12,126 miles · reported Aug 23, 2004
Problem with the exhaust and muffler. Lots of noise coming from under the car.they replaced the silencer the first time, gasket-exhaust pipe, the second time they replaced the silenner,,gasket-exhaust pipe, nuts

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Kia Spectra have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2000 Kia Spectra as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Kia Spectra?

Owners report air bags problems most often (9 reports), followed by engine and engine cooling (7). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 29,284 miles.

Are Kia recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Kia dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.