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2001 Kia Rio recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2001 Kia Rio. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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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.

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2001 Kia Rio recalls, newest first

April 20, 2005NHTSA 05V15900024,119 vehicles potentially affected

Wheels

Summary
Certain passenger vehicles 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 and become progressively worse over time.
Consequence
If the crack is severe, the wheel could separate from the vehicle and possibly result in loss of vehicle control and a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all four wheels free of charge. The recall began on June 22, 2005. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 9, 2004NHTSA 04V179000187,790 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery

Summary
On certain passenger 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.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies. The recall began June 18, 2004. Owners should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 24, 2003NHTSA 03V35200057,340 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, fuel leaks may develop at the fuel distributor assembly because of quality deviations.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel distributor and fuel connector assemblies. Owner notification is expected to begin during the first quarter of 2004. Owners should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 223 complaints about the 2001 Kia Rio with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
21
Fires reported
14
Injuries reported
12
Deaths reported
1

Most complained-about components

  1. Fuel system26
  2. Engine and engine cooling › Engine20
  3. Service brakes20
  4. Unknown or other19
  5. Air bags17

Other Kia Rio years

Other 2001 Kia models

Most recalled 2001 vehicles

  1. 2001 Honda Civic (27 recalls)
  2. 2001 Ford F-150 (19 recalls)
  3. 2001 Honda Accord (19 recalls)
  4. 2001 Ford Windstar (16 recalls)
  5. 2001 Ford Escape (15 recalls)
All of 2001’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 2001 Kia Rio have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: wheels, fuel system, gasoline. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2001 Kia Rio recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Kia dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2001 Kia Rio?
223 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.