2001 Kia Spectra Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 10%of 40 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 Kia Spectra, 10% of the 40 complaints for this model year. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“While driving 65 MPH driver's side wheel bearing sheared off. Driver was able to maintain control and pulled over. Driver notified roadside assistance, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic informed the consumer that vehicle was not covered under warranty, and consumer was responsible for payment.”
NHTSA complaint #10059129, filed 2004-02“While driving the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and didn't change gears. The vehicle accelerated into full throttle. (two accidents had occurred due to these failures) ts the front end alignment had pulled to the left, the check engine light and the transmission had become inoperative. Scc”
NHTSA complaint #10004791, filed 2003-01“While coming around a bend into traffic vehicle's rear end commenced to jerk/pull, and rear end hit a sign. The cause of this problem was still undetermined. Neither dealer or manufacturer were notified.”
NHTSA complaint #10080079, filed 2004-06“While driving 55 MPH a knocking noise was heard coming from underneath the vehicle. Mechanic determined that upper and lower ball joints needed to be replaced.”
NHTSA complaint #10058063, filed 2004-02Suspension: other model years
Other parts of the 2001 Kia Spectra
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsExterior lighting
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsSeats
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Kia Spectra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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