Inactive-Merged-Oxygen Sensor Code Due to Failed Electrical Connections at Sensor on Kia Spectra

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The Check Engine Light may erroneously illuminate, signifying a fault with the front oxygen sensor when no fault exists. Replacing the electrical connections at the oxygen sensor with a repair kit available from Kia will commonly fix this problem.

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Kia Spectra vehicles with this problem

1 model year affected
Average mileage: 140,000 miles
(140,000 - 140,000)

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