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Kia Rio
Model Overview
Kia may be slowly, surely making a move upmarket, but that doesn't mean it's forgotten about its entry-level buyers. The Rio sedan and hatchback are stylish subcompacts that are more engaging and coddling than their accessible price point suggests. Kia's reaching for front-of-the-class fuel economy, too, with a new engine for 2020 that promises a major improvement in that regard.
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Owner Scores
Comfort
7
Performance
8
Fuel Economy
9
Interior Design
7
Exterior Styling
7
Reliability
9
Owner Reviews
timdog
Excellent car for the money and the value very trustworthy
September 02, 2019
Overall Score
Excellent car for the money and the value very trustworthyGas mileage is excellent I’m getting about 44 miles per gallon on Highway 38 in the city. Best car I ever very comfortable sharp looking . And for the money you can’t beat it!. Best warranty
Comfort
10
Performance
10
Fuel Economy
10
Interior Design
10
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
10
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2023-529
Recall date
2023-09-26
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC191
Units Affected:
276,225
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the brake hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) could short circuit.
Safety Risk:
A short circuit could create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuse(s) for the HECU. Kia recommends that you should park your vehicle outdoors and away from other vehicles or structures until the recall repairs have been completed.
Recall number
2023-476
Recall date
2023-08-28
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2016 2017
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC186
Units Affected:
17,615
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a part in the trunk release latch could fail. If this happens, the emergency trunk release located inside the trunk compartment may not work properly. This could prevent a person that is trapped inside the trunk from opening it.
Safety Risk:
If a person is closed inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out. This could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the trunk latch base subassembly.
Recall number
2021-504
Recall date
2021-08-10
System affected
Structure
Model year(s) affected
2018 2019
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC150
Units Affected:
32,274
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Issue:
On certain vehicles, a part in the trunk release latch could fail. If this happens, the emergency trunk release located inside the trunk compartment may not work properly. This could prevent a person that is trapped inside the trunk from opening it.
Safety Risk:
If a person is closed inside the trunk compartment, they may not be able to get out. This could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to replace the trunk latch assembly.
Recall number
2017-380
Recall date
2017-08-02
System affected
Label
Model year(s) affected
2018
Manufacturer Recall Number:
SC019
Units Affected:
1,713
Notification Type:
Inconsequential
Certain vehicles may not comply with Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations. The compliance label may bear a printing error within the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) information, incorrectly stating “840 0”kgs instead of the correct “840”kgs. Correction: A production change has been undertaken to remedy this technical non-compliance condition and has been deemed to be non-safety related. Under a Service Campaign Bulletin, dealers are to use a black paint pen and draw over the additional 0 on the label.
Recall number
2006-204
Recall date
2006-08-28
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2003
Manufacturer Recall Number:
RC064
Units Affected:
6,718
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the rear outboard seat belts Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) may disengage when used with certain child seats. If this occurs the child seat will only be restrained by the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function. As a result certain child seats may not be properly secured. Correction: Dealers will replace both rear outboard seat belt assemblies.
Recall number
2005-404
Recall date
2005-12-28
System affected
Seats And Restraints
Model year(s) affected
2003 2004 2005
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R20
Units Affected:
18,365
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of CMVSS 210.2. The child restraint fixture anchor may contact the rear seat back frame. This interference prevents the forward most portion of the anchor from adequately penetrating the child lower anchors. In the event of a crash, if the child seat is not properly secured, personal injury or death could occur. Correction: Dealers will replace the child lower anchors.
Recall number
2005-161
Recall date
2005-05-20
System affected
Wheels
Model year(s) affected
2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R11
Units Affected:
5,690
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Certain vehicle may have a manufacturing flaw that could cause the wheels to crack under long term driving fatigue. If cracks occur, wheel noise and vibration will result, becoming progressively worse. If the crack is severe, the wheel could separate from the vehicle which could result in a loss of vehicle control and a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace all four wheels.
Recall number
2003-279
Recall date
2003-11-12
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2001 2002 2003 2004
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R06
Units Affected:
40,943
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the fuel intake nipple of the fuel distributor is subject to fracture or cracking during removal of the quick connect coupling securing the main fuel tube assembly to the fuel intake nipple, or when force is accidentally applied to the intake nipple during the vehicle assembly process or during engine compartment repairs. If this occurs, fuel leakage can result and fire may occur if an ignition source is present. Correction: Dealer will install a redesigned fuel distributor and main fuel tube assembly.
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