general problems of the 2004 Kia Motor Spectra

Two problems related to engine and engine cooling have been reported for the 2004 Kia Motor Spectra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2004 Kia Motor Spectra based on all problems reported for the 2004 Spectra.

1 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 01/15/2007

The contact owns a 2004 kia Spectra. While driving 50 mph, the engine revved when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The failure occurred four times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but they were unable to find a defect. The failure mileage was 36,000 and current mileage was 40,000. Updated 5/30/08 the consumer stated the transmission slips from a stop it feels as though it is in neutral. Updated 05/30/08.

2 Engine And Engine Cooling problem

Failure Date: 11/01/2004

While driving at any speed vehicle cut off. Consumer had the vehicle serviced, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem.


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