Kia Rio recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
11 recalls found for the Kia Rio in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 1,290 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Kia Rio | 0 | 12 |
| 2022 Kia Rio | 1 | 11 |
| 2021 Kia Rio | 2 | 15 |
| 2020 Kia Rio | 1 | 27 |
| 2019 Kia Rio | 1 | 21 |
| 2018 Kia Rio | 1 | 28 |
| 2017 Kia Rio | 2 | 31 |
| 2016 Kia Rio | 2 | 77 |
| 2015 Kia Rio | 1 | 52 |
| 2014 Kia Rio | 1 | 52 |
| 2013 Kia Rio | 1 | 153 |
| 2012 Kia Rio | 1 | 54 |
| 2011 Kia Rio | 0 | 24 |
| 2010 Kia Rio | 0 | 26 |
| 2009 Kia Rio | 0 | 39 |
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1 | 46 |
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1 | 46 |
| 2006 Kia Rio | 1 | 74 |
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1 | 36 |
| 2004 Kia Rio | 2 | 38 |
| 2003 Kia Rio | 3 | 74 |
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1 | 128 |
| 2001 Kia Rio | 3 | 223 |
| 2000 Kia Rio | 0 | 3 |
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Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.
NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A Kia dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.
Newest Kia Rio recalls
- Sep 25, 202323V652000Service brakes, hydraulic1,730,192 vehiclesKia Borrego, Rio and 10 more models
The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Park outside until repaired
- Aug 24, 202323V594000Latches/locks/linkages319,436 vehiclesKia Optima, Optima Hybrid and 2 more models
The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
- May 5, 202222V304000Steering30 vehiclesKia Forte and Rio
A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
- Dec 1, 202121V936000Service brakes, hydraulic87 vehicles2020-2021 Kia Rio
The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.
- Aug 9, 202121V622000Latches/locks/linkages253,074 vehiclesKia Forte and Rio
The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside.
- May 31, 201212V244000Air bags72,568 vehicles2006-2008 Kia Rio
The front passenger seat occupant sensor mat can experience fatigue cracking.
- Aug 4, 200606V294000Seat belts32,257 vehicles2003 Kia Rio
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 208, "occupant crash protection." when used with certain child seats,…
- Dec 12, 200505V557000Child seat90,865 vehicles2003-2005 Kia Rio
Certain passenger vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, 'child restraint anchorage systems.' certain child restraint…