Power Train Related Problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Spectra

Table 1 shows eight common power train related problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Spectra. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the noises during shifting (two problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2002 Kia Motor Spectra

The Automatic Transmission problem

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The Noises During Shifting problem

The contact owns a 2002 kia Spectra. The contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate from a stop and would exhibit loud noises when driving above 40 mph. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Transmission Slip Out Of Gear problem

On two occassions, the vehicle has dropped out of gear while being driven highway speeds. Owner pulled over and gears failed to respond as the shift lever was moved from different positions except first gear. Dealership is going to replace the transmission for the second time.   Read details...


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