Car suddenly became uncontrollable. Went off the road and hit a sign. I have replaced most of the parts I think I need but still need parts that were recalled and probably an alignment and couple tires.
The worst 2005 Kia LD Spectra problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags1
- Body1
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Problems by type
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- Airbags1
- Body1
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Recalls 1
Air bags
- What is wrong
- On certain vehicles equipped with an advanced air bag feature, the occupant classification system (ocs) installed in the right front seat of the vehicle may misclassify a child restraint seat (crs) as an adult. This may occur if the crs is installed after an adult has been seated in the right front seat. If there has not been a 'key on' ' key off' cycle with the right front passenger seat empty prior to installation of the crs.
- Risk
- The possibility of misclassification of a crs as an adult may allow the right front airbag or side impact airbag to deploy in a crash and could result in injury to the right front occupant.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the vehicle's ocs electronic control unit (ecu) to remove the feature that may cause the crs to be recognized as an adult. The recall began on october 31, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 05V431000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Kia LD Spectra 4
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Information for headlamp condensation and moisture
- Kia motors: installing an additional ground cable to the battery may cause sensor problems
- Kia motors: relating to oil control valve (OCV) used in constant variable valve timing (CVVT)
- Kia: all models. article provides information relating to the improved durability of bulb life for rear...
What 2005 Kia LD Spectra owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Sorry, had to complete a 2nd complaint because realized when it was too late that it didn't save the injury info. My son rear ended a vehicle causing extensive front end damage with no airbag deployment causing a concussion.
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Questions about the 2005 Kia LD Spectra
Is the 2005 Kia LD Spectra reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2005 Kia LD Spectra, fewer than a typical LD Spectra model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Kia LD Spectra?
Airbags, with 1 complaint. Next is body (1).
How many recalls does the 2005 Kia LD Spectra have?
1 recall, covering air bags.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Kia LD Spectra airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 05V431000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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