Tire Problems of Kia Motor Spectra

Kia Motor Spectra owners have reported 11 tire related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common tire problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire (7 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's tire tread/belt (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Tire related problems of Kia Motor Spectra


Recently reported Tire problems of Kia Motor Spectra

The Tire problem

195/60/15 I purchased four new tires from prospect tire and wheels on September 23, 2022, with an alignment. In August of this year, 2023, I returned because of an issue with one of the tires, and the alignment.   Read details...

The Tire Tread/belt problem

I have tires sized 195/60r15. I was having problems with shaking at a certain speed. My mechanic checked all the options that could have been mechanical and directed me to a tire shop. I brought the car in for them to check for balance. Rims, etc.   Read details...

The Tire Bubble problem

Rear right tire developed bubbles and made noise while driving. Name of tire: kumho, ecsta-hp4, tire size: p185/65r14 dot: number unknown.   Read details...

The Tire Sidewall problem

On 10/27/06 (@ 30,048 miles) I purchased 4 tires (sumitomo htr h4; p195-60-r15; 87h m+s). Rotation of these four tires occurred @ 34,917 miles. On 7/27/07 a driver's side tire went flat and was replaced where I originally purchased them.   Read details...




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