2007 Kia Spectra Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2007 Kia Spectra recalls

Most common 2007 Kia Spectra problems

Problem areas named in the 152 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Air Bags	58
Electrical System	17
Fuel/Propulsion System	17
Fuel System, Gasoline	15
Vehicle Speed Control	12
Latches/Locks/Linkages	12
Power Train	8
Engine And Engine Cooling	7
Engine	7
Structure	6

What owners report

2024-01-22, Air Bags
Passenger Air bag sensor light has come on and stayed on. Took to AutoZone and have them put it on the code reader and said it was something faulty in the sensor mat under the seat.

2023-05-11, Fuel/Propulsion System
I purchased my 2007 Spectra5 used with 155,000 miles on it. The engine had no codes or any stored codes. It ran fine until I filled it up with gas. I DO NOT overfill the tank because I understand EVAP issues. After filling up the vehicle would stall at idle and occasionally lose power (momentarily) at highway speeds (55 mph and up). Obviously this is an extremely dangerous situation! Once the gas level got below 1/2 tank the issues went away…but now I ONLY fill the tank to halfway and the problems arise again every so often. Since there are no codes present I cannot replicate the issue without possibly damaging components further and I already replaced the battery, plugs, IAC valve

2022-09-22, Air Bags
I first noticed my air bag light (the one by the clock) coming on and off when my granddaughters weight went from under weight to appropriate weight to ride in the front seat. It would come on and off as she would adjust herself or move around in the seat. Sometimes it would stay on or sometimes it would stay off. When that light stopped coming on and off the one in the dash console where the speedometer is, that light has been coming on and staying on warning there's a problem with the airbag according to the manual. I entered my VIN number because I know Kia has had problems with some of there airbags but my VIN number was not listed. I did go by an auto parts house to make sure that was i

2022-05-15, Unknown Or Other
I was drive my 2007 Kia Spectra EX in Bakersfield, CA. All of a sudden I parked my car at the gas station, I filled the car up, and I tried putting the transmission into drive but the car would not go forward. I went and searched why the car would not go forward, and I found out other Kia Spectra owners had the same problem. Is there any way to make Kia recall those cars and replace or repair the transmissions under a national recall.

2021-10-15, Electrical System
Doors LOCK and UNLOCK on their own. I have been locked out numerous times, some with the engine still running.I brought car to Kia numerous times, and was told there was nothing that could be done, it was a manufacturing defect. I feel this could prevent a very serious problem , both in a collision, or if a child were to be locked in the car. At times the car locks by itself so quickly, I cannot even turn the key fast enough to open the door. I have owned this car since 2009, and it has happened at least 50 or more times.

2007 Kia Spectra questions

Does the 2007 Kia Spectra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2007 Kia Spectra: Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Kia Spectra?

Based on 152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (58), Electrical System (17), Fuel/Propulsion System (17).

How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Kia Spectra has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.