NHTSA Campaign 21V936000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Issued by Kia Motors America · Reported Dec 1, 2021 · 87 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

Consequence

Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC223.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
KIA RIO 2020 87
KIA RIO 2021 87

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V936000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.