2019 KIA RIO
1 recalls, 29 complaints - 81 TSBs
21V622000 Aug 9, 2021
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Defect Description
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle... Read more
Consequence
A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.
Complaint Statistics
29 total complaints
4 crashes 2 fires 5 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 8 |
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| STEERING | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN | 2 |
| SUSPENSION | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 14, 2026
Incident date: Jun 14, 2026
There was no accident the radio/backup camera shuts down completely on the inside of the car when the car is too hot inside
BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING
Jun 14, 2026
Incident date: Jun 14, 2026
There was no accident the radio/backup camera shuts down completely on the inside of the car when the car is too hot inside
STRUCTURE:BODY
Apr 21, 2026
Incident date: Apr 1, 2026
Oil cooling system has been replaced. Major leak in AC line needs replacement. Purge solenoid stop functioning and was replaced, now there is an additional major coolant leak
ENGINE
Jan 13, 2026
Incident date: Oct 15, 2025
Fuel purge valve is malfunctioning. Vehicle loses power and is sluggish. Idles very rough and sometimes has a loss of power. My car has been at Ford twice in the last six months and problem still isn't fixed. Complete engine was replaced about a year and a half ago due to recall issue which I don't ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 17, 2025
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
While reverse parking into a single parking space at my apartment complex, the driver-side airbag deployed unexpectedly without any collision or impact. At the time of the incident, the vehicle was moving at a low speed and there were no warning lights, messages, or alerts prior to the airbag deploy... Read more
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 20, 2025
Incident date: Sep 1, 2025
UNKNOWN
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 31, 2024
Incident date: Oct 12, 2024
The contact's wife owns a 2014 BMW X3. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Oct 31, 2024
Incident date: Oct 12, 2024
The contact's wife owns a 2014 BMW X3. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for ... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER:INTERCOOLER
Dec 12, 2023
Incident date: Dec 12, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sorento. The contact stated after pulling into the driveway, he noticed an abnormal burning oil odor. The contact stated that he inspected the engine compartment and underneath the vehicle, but no oil leak was found. The contact stated the failure recurred several times w... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 15, 2023
Incident date: Jan 2, 2023
While driving on highway at 75 mph, the car began slowing down and an alert on the screen said "Stop. Switch off vehicle". Then the alert on the screen showed that the 48 volt system needed to be recharged. The car would not start and had to be towed to the dealership. The dealership says the car... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 15, 2023
Incident date: Jan 2, 2023
While driving on highway at 75 mph, the car began slowing down and an alert on the screen said "Stop. Switch off vehicle". Then the alert on the screen showed that the 48 volt system needed to be recharged. The car would not start and had to be towed to the dealership. The dealership says the car... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 9, 2023
Incident date: Feb 6, 2023
I have started getting Check limited slip differential pop up on the cluster. This is a known issue and many people have already reported it. There should be a recall on this. Also there are fuel pump issues causing stalling sometimes.
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Jul 18, 2023
Incident date: Sep 28, 2021
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drove over a bump in the road, and the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the ACU, but the part was not availabl... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 8, 2022
Incident date: Sep 7, 2022
On 09/08/2022 my 2019 Kia Rio was stolen due to a flaw in the ignition that allows thieves to easily start the vehicle with a phone charger. See Baltimore City Police Report 5220902309. A national recall on the Kia models affected would help to end the widespread danger that the thieves are causing... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 26, 2022
Incident date: Apr 25, 2022
Unknown of specifics. I was driving up a hill. I heard a loud pop. I pulled off the side of the road. The battery light, oil light, and one other came on. I turned my car off. Tried to start it, again however it sounded like the starter wasn't working. Then smoke started to come out of the car. With... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 26, 2022
Incident date: Apr 25, 2022
Unknown of specifics. I was driving up a hill. I heard a loud pop. I pulled off the side of the road. The battery light, oil light, and one other came on. I turned my car off. Tried to start it, again however it sounded like the starter wasn't working. Then smoke started to come out of the car. With... Read more
Fire
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 8, 2022
Incident date: Mar 8, 2022
The driver interior door latch will not fully retract. As a result it is nearly in the open position. With the door latch nearly in the open position, the door could unexpectedly open creating a safety hazard. Kia is unable to determine if this is covered by the warranty without paying a hefty diagn... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jan 21, 2022
Incident date: Jan 21, 2022
No incident's with my vehicle, just need my recall to be complete before i ship my vehicle from LA to Hawaii.
AIR BAGS
Dec 1, 2020
Incident date: Nov 22, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA RIO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT 42 MPH, WHILE IN THE LEFT LANE TO GO STRAIGHT. ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS IN THE TURNING LANE TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE MADE A RIGHT TURN INSTEAD AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE LEFT FRONT TIRE CAUSING THE T... Read more
Crash
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 2, 2020
Incident date: Feb 19, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE CHANGING GEARS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA OF STOCKTON LOCATED AT (6215 HOLMAN RD, STOCKTON, CA 95212) BUT WAS NO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 2, 2020
Incident date: Feb 19, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE CHANGING GEARS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA OF STOCKTON LOCATED AT (6215 HOLMAN RD, STOCKTON, CA 95212) BUT WAS NO... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Mar 2, 2020
Incident date: Feb 19, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE CHANGING GEARS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA OF STOCKTON LOCATED AT (6215 HOLMAN RD, STOCKTON, CA 95212) BUT WAS NO... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 17, 2020
Incident date: Jan 21, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHEN I APPROACHED A GREEN LIGHT IT TURNED YELLOW I MASH DOWN ON MY BRAKE IT ENGAGED FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS AND IT GAVE ON ME AND I COULD NOT GET THE BRAKE TO ENGAGE AGAIN I COULD NOT STOP FOR THE LIGHT AND WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.
Crash
1 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Feb 17, 2020
Incident date: Jan 21, 2020
I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHEN I APPROACHED A GREEN LIGHT IT TURNED YELLOW I MASH DOWN ON MY BRAKE IT ENGAGED FOR A COUPLE OF SECONDS AND IT GAVE ON ME AND I COULD NOT GET THE BRAKE TO ENGAGE AGAIN I COULD NOT STOP FOR THE LIGHT AND WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT.
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Nov 1, 2019
Incident date: May 10, 2019
STEERING HAS AN INTERMITTENT PULL TO THE LEFT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 14, 2019
Incident date: Sep 14, 2019
THE CAR VIN NUMBER IS NOT RECOGNIZED IN ANY SITES BY KIA. SO HOW I CAN GET ANY INFORMATION ON RECALLS OR ANY OTHER ISSUE WITH MY CAR??
AIR BAGS
May 6, 2019
Incident date: Apr 17, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH IN THE RIGHT LANE, ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED FROM THE CENTER LANE AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK, SHOULDER, RIGHT FOOT, AND LEFT KNEE INJURIES THAT REQUIRED ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Jan 23, 2019
Incident date: Jan 7, 2019
THE CAR DRIFTS ALL OVER THE ROAD
SUSPENSION
Jan 23, 2019
Incident date: Jan 7, 2019
THE CAR DRIFTS ALL OVER THE ROAD
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2019 KIA RIO
2019 Kia Rio 5 HB FWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover Risk | 0.0% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | Optional |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2019 KIA RIO
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Automatic (S6) (Front-Wheel Drive) | 28.0 | 37.0 | 32.0 | Regular | $1,950 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 29.0 | 37.0 | 32.0 | Regular | $1,950 |
CO2 Emissions: 280.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2019 KIA RIO
81 manufacturer communications from 46 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 21 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 11 |
| 010000 STEERING | 9 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 7 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE | 3 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 3 |
| 160100 STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS | 2 |
CS2311_TSB_R2
Feb 22, 2024
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indic
CS2311_TSB_R2
Feb 22, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indic
CS2311_TSB_R2
Feb 22, 2024
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indic
CS2311A_OWRNSC
Dec 20, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia now has an additional vehicle modification available for installation to help deter or thwart attempted thefts. This modification
CS2311A_OWRNSC
Dec 20, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia now has an additional vehicle modification available for installation to help deter or thwart attempted thefts. This modification
CS2311_TSB_R1
Dec 18, 2023
160100 STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indi
CS2311_TSB_R1
Dec 18, 2023
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indi
CS2311_TSB_R1
Dec 18, 2023
012200 STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indi
CS2311_TSB_R1
Dec 18, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indi
CS2311_TSB_R1
Dec 18, 2023
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indi
CS2311_TSB
Dec 12, 2023
115000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022M
CS2311_TSB
Dec 12, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022M
CS2311_TSB
Dec 12, 2023
012200 STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022M
CS2311_TSB
Dec 12, 2023
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022M
CS2311_TSB
Dec 12, 2023
160100 STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022M
TSB_BOD212_R1
Nov 2, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL SEAT TRACK REPLACEMENT FOR INOPERATIVE FRONT SEAT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
TSB_BOD212_R1
Nov 2, 2023
220000 SEATS
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL SEAT TRACK REPLACEMENT FOR INOPERATIVE FRONT SEAT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
CS2307B1_OWNR
Oct 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
CS2307_TSB_R7
Oct 6, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB_R7
Oct 6, 2023
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB_R6
Sep 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB_R6
Sep 22, 2023
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307L_OWNRSC
Sep 15, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is now making steering wheel lock devices available directly to certain Kia vehicle owners. These devices can help deter a theft
CS2307_TSB_R5
Sep 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307B_OWNR2
Aug 22, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER RE-NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner re-notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition s
CS2307_TSB_R4
Jul 13, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB_R4
Jul 13, 2023
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
171200 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
163400 STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:SUN VISOR
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
330000 INTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
TSB_BOD314
May 31, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: OVERHEAD CONSOLE SUNGLASS DOOR-LATCH REPAIR - This bulletin provides information to repair the overhead console lamp assembly and sunglass door latch on some 2012-2023MY model vehicles listed in the table below,
CS2307_TSB_R3
May 23, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307B_OWNRSC
May 10, 2023
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
CS2307B_OWNRSC
May 10, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
CS2307_TSB_R2
May 9, 2023
116300 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB_R2
May 9, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB_R1
Apr 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
CS2307_TSB
Apr 12, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2307) - This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the software logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) or Body Control Mod
PS739
Mar 1, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP: LOW OIL PRESSURE AT IDLE AFTER GAMMA 1.6L GDI SHORT BLOCK ENGINE REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information equipped with a Gamma 1.6L GDI regarding a 'low oil pressure' concern during engine idle on vehicles engine due to a
TSB_TRA046_R3
Nov 18, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmis
TSB_ENG219_R1
Sep 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides inform
TSB_ENG219_R1
Sep 16, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides inform
TSB_ELE209_R3
Aug 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster. The
TSB_ENG222_R6
Mar 1, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_TRA097_R2
Jan 27, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: IVT/CVT SW LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AND/OR IVT/CVT REPLACEMENT (SA476) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b
TSB_ENG222_R5
Jan 6, 2022
061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_ENG222_R5
Jan 6, 2022
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_ENG222_R4
Dec 21, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_ENG222_R4
Dec 21, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_ENG222_R4
Dec 21, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
TSB_CHA084_R8
Oct 5, 2021
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar
TSB_BOD055_R1
Sep 13, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b
TSB_BOD055_R1
Sep 13, 2021
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b
TSB_ENG222_R3
Sep 1, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. Th
PS704
Aug 3, 2021
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
PITSTOP: FRONT RADAR SENSOR MOUNTING INSPECTION (PS704) - This pitstop provides information regarding front radar sensor alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor alignment errors in
PS704
Aug 3, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PITSTOP: FRONT RADAR SENSOR MOUNTING INSPECTION (PS704) - This pitstop provides information regarding front radar sensor alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor alignment errors in
TSB_ELE209_R2
Apr 8, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin pr
TSB_CHA084_R7
Mar 25, 2021
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar
TSB_ELE209_R1
Mar 11, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin p
TSB_CHA084_R6
Nov 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba
TSB_CHA084_R6
Nov 25, 2020
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba
TSB_CHA084_R6
Nov 25, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba
TSB_CHA084_R5
Nov 4, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b
TSB_CHA084_R5
Nov 4, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b
TSB_CHA084_R5
Nov 4, 2020
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b
TSB_ELE209
Sep 24, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE REMINDER SETTING RESET PROCEDURE - This bulletin provides the procedure to turn OFF the service reminder lamp, at the first service interval reminder alert that will display on the instrument cluster.
PS675
Aug 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
PS675
Aug 25, 2020
034510 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
TSB_ENG219
Jul 27, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin provides information on setting the "Service Interval Reminder" feature available on most Kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be i
TSB_TRA046_R1
Apr 24, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: - TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requ
PS645
Feb 14, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
PITSTOP: AIRBAG CRASH PAD SURFACE IMPRINT - This Pitstop provides information to avoid unnecessary replacement of the crash pad on some 2019~MY Rio (SC) vehicles due to an airbag outline/imprint usually noticed under sunlight conditions of
TSBCHA084_R4
Nov 26, 2019
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D
TSBCHA084_R4
Nov 26, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D
TSBCHA084_R4
Nov 26, 2019
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the Motor D
TSBCHA084_R3
Oct 15, 2019
010000 STEERING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN TSB084_R3: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of t
TSBENG197_R1
May 31, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC19) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to extracting "in use performance tracking" emissions dat
TSBENG202
Apr 5, 2019
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR DTC P0128 (SA374) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Engine Control Unit (ECU) on some 2019MY Rio (SC) vehicles, produced from August 27, 2018 through March 4, 2
TSBENG202
Apr 5, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR DTC P0128 (SA374) - This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Engine Control Unit (ECU) on some 2019MY Rio (SC) vehicles, produced from August 27, 2018 through March 4, 2
TSBENG197
Feb 21, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC19) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in C
TSBENG197
Feb 21, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC19) - This bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in C
TSBENG083_R1
Jan 18, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
TSB: SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all Kia vehicles equipped with Gasoline
NHTSA Safety Investigations, KIA RIO
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
EA04020
Opened: Jul 22, 2004 , Closed: Apr 28, 2005
STEEL WHEEL FRACTURE
ON MARCH 24, 2004, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE04-030) TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGED STEEL WHEEL FRACTURES IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001 KIA RIO VEHICLES.THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH WHEELS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 12 THROUGH OCTOBER 17, 2000.WHEELS... Read more
PE04030
Opened: Mar 24, 2004 , Closed: Jul 22, 2004
STEEL WHEEL FRACTURE
ON MARCH 24, 2004, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGED STEEL WHEEL FRACTURES IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001 KIA RIO VEHICLES.THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH WHEELS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MAY 12 AND OCTOBER 18, 2000.WHEELS WERE MANUFA... Read more
EA03015
Opened: Aug 28, 2003 , Closed: Apr 30, 2004
FUEL RAIL LEAKAGE
ON APRIL 15, 2003, THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED A PRELIMINARY EVALUATION (PE03-016) TO INVESTIGATE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES DUE TO ALLEGED FUEL SYSTEM LEAKS IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2001 KIA RIO VEHICLES.THE INVESTIGATION WAS UPGRADED TO AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS ON AUGUST 28, 2003.ON SE... Read more
PE03016
Opened: Apr 15, 2003 , Closed: Aug 28, 2003
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES
KIA HAS IDENTIFIED 22 NON-CRASH ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES OF ANY OR UNSPECIFIED CAUSE ON THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.NINE FIRES (OF WHICH 4 WERE ALSO REPORTED TO ODI) ARE IDENTIFIED AS BEING DUE TO A FUEL SYSTEM LEAK ORIGINATING BETWEEN THE FIREWALL AND THE FUEL INJECTOR RAIL (P/N 0K30E 13 150) IN THE PASSE... Read more
EA02009
Opened: Jul 2, 2002 , Closed: Jul 2, 2003
AIR BAG NON DEPLOY
THIS INVESTIGATION IDENTIFIED A TOTAL OF 82 REPORTS ALLEGING NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE DUAL FRONT AIR BAGS.OF THE 82 REPORTS, ONLY ONE INCIDENT, THE FATAL CRASH THAT WAS THE BASIS FOR OPENING THE INVESTIGATION, HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS A MODERATE TO SEVERE CRASH IN WHICH THE AUTOMOTIVE RESTRAINT CONTROLLE... Read more
PE02022
Opened: Feb 12, 2002 , Closed: Jul 2, 2002
AIR BAG NON-DEPLOYMENT FRONTAL CRASH
IN ADDITION TO THE DECEMBER 2001 FATAL CRASH REPORTED TO ODI THAT PROVIDED THE BASIS FOR OPENING PE02-022, KIA PROVIDED ODI 29 ADDITIONAL REPORTS OF ALLEGATIONS OF NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIR BAG IN A CRASH.NO ADDITIONAL FATAL CRASHES ARE REPORTED.AN ENGINEERING ANALYSIS HAS BEEN OPENED TO CONDUCT FUR... Read more
KIA RIO - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the KIA RIO across all model years (2001, 2022).
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Total Recalls
1,809
Total Complaints
6
Investigations
229
Reported Crashes
111
Reported Fires
14
Reported Deaths
KIA RIO - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 20 | View |
| 2022 | 1 | 12 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 23 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 37 | View |
| 2019 (current) | 1 | 29 | |
| 2018 | 1 | 39 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 37 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 110 | View |
| 2015 | 1 | 69 | View |
| 2014 | 1 | 74 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 218 | View |
| 2012 | 1 | 73 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 32 | View |
| 2010 | 0 | 38 | View |
| 2009 | 0 | 54 | View |
| 2008 | 1 | 57 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 64 | View |
| 2006 | 1 | 89 | View |
| 2005 | 1 | 46 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 53 | View |
| 2003 | 3 | 103 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 171 | View |
| 2001 | 3 | 355 | View |
| 2000 | 0 | 4 | View |