Visibility Problems of Kia Motor Spectra

Kia Motor Spectra owners have reported 30 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield (5 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's power window (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Visibility problems of Kia Motor Spectra

The Windshield problem

The rubber stripping that holds the windshield in place came loose while driving on the freeway. The rubber strip broke away from the glass and began slapping hard against the windshield. We had to tape the rubber in place for the remainder of the drive.   Read details...

The Power Window problem

2003 kia Spectra. Never been in a wreck. Power windows fail to work. A couple months ago, the passenger side window came off the track, and the in-door assembly had crumbled within the door. Took getting an entire assembly to repair the window. Today, the driver's side window does not open.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

The contact owns a 2007 kia Spectra. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the blower fan malfunctioned causing the heating unit to fail. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer where it was advised that the blower fan needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Side/rear Glass problem

2007 kia Spectra windshield stress fracture, 45,000 miles. No impact. Dealer states not covered by warranty, must go to insurance company. Crack is from top dead center and extends across vision field of both driver and passenger. Failure at less than 3 years old. "korea safety glass".   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer Motor problem

The engine made a horrible noise. The dealer inspected the vehicle but could not duplicate the problem. The door was misaligned, rear lights were inoperative, snow had gotten into the rear seat(s), the vehicle leaked, seat belts were inoperative, click noise in the wipers when on a low speed,   Read details...




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