My KIA Spectra has been a nightmare and no one can seem to make the necessary repairs. As soon as the A/C is turned on, the motor races and the engine light is engaged. I purchased the car in Cookeville, TN and the service department claimed that after filling the gas tank, I was not making adequate turns of the gas cap....several turns of the gas cap has not fixed the issue. I moved to MI and once again, took the car in for service and they could not identify the issue. The car is scarey as it stalls on the highway and of course you must come to a dead stop (in 8 lanes of traffic) before attempting to start it again!
After weeks of not utilizing the A/C, the engine light will turn off - very hard to do in 90 degree weather. I am now located in Alexandria, VA and no local KIA service. The closest KIA service is in Springfield, VA , (Sheehy Ford of Springfield) they do not have pick up service, no services on a Saturday when I am off & can't even wash the car. This is the first new car that I have purchased that can not be fixed and it is still under warrenty? I am not fond of KIA - Has anyone had this same issue? HELP