One problem related to vehicle shudder has been reported for the 2002 Kia Motor Spectra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Kia Motor Spectra based on all problems reported for the 2002 Spectra.
: the contact stated the vehicle made a loud grinding noise while driving 20 mph. The check engine light illuminated constantly and on several occasions the transmission would not release from the park position. The vehicle was taken to service dealers 4 times; where they determined the transmission was defective. On the first visit, part of the transmission was repaired. The vehicle was taken to a different service dealer for the second visit where the entire transmission was replaced. On the third and fourth visits, the service dealer was unable to duplicate the problem.