https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the KIA RIO. en-us Tue, 22 Sep 2026 07:42:55 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2173896 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Waiting to get air in my tire. Car was turned off and the car started fire under the hood. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2172501 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Case numberODI11697241 https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2172502 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Case numberODI11697241 https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2172503 Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Case numberODI11697241 https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2170487 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT My car is a 2018 Kia Rio that has a clean history and has never been in an accident. Recently my airbag light came on and I had a diagnostic run that showed a B1448 code indicating an OCS mat defect in the passenger seat. The 2015-2018 Kia Sedona models also had the same problem and were issued safety recalls. Due to this previous history I believe there could be a safety recall needed for the Kia https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2170488 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT My car is a 2018 Kia Rio that has a clean history and has never been in an accident. Recently my airbag light came on and I had a diagnostic run that showed a B1448 code indicating an OCS mat defect in the passenger seat. The 2015-2018 Kia Sedona models also had the same problem and were issued safety recalls. Due to this previous history I believe there could be a safety recall needed for the Kia https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2166639 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle showed all defect warnings as described in recall #23v652 .To include loss of all hydraulic components. Your reference Claim # [XXX]. I would like to know the status of this claim as the dealer still has my vehicle and now claims needs chassis repair , even though they earlier did an undercoat of vehicle in July per another recall. The dealer now estimates the repairs at over $5800 . Sinc https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2166640 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle showed all defect warnings as described in recall #23v652 .To include loss of all hydraulic components. Your reference Claim # [XXX]. I would like to know the status of this claim as the dealer still has my vehicle and now claims needs chassis repair , even though they earlier did an undercoat of vehicle in July per another recall. The dealer now estimates the repairs at over $5800 . Sinc https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2166641 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Vehicle showed all defect warnings as described in recall #23v652 .To include loss of all hydraulic components. Your reference Claim # [XXX]. I would like to know the status of this claim as the dealer still has my vehicle and now claims needs chassis repair , even though they earlier did an undercoat of vehicle in July per another recall. The dealer now estimates the repairs at over $5800 . Sinc https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2165705 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT On the morning of October 15th, the oil light of my 2019 Kia Rio came on, immediately followed by extreme engine noise, just before the engine locked. I had the vehicle towed to a nearby service center. They checked and reported that all oil had leaked out and motor had locked. I then had vehicle towed to Kia dealer and requested a motor replacement. They not only charged me for a diagnostic test https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2160916 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT Back up camera sometimes flips sides, so that obstacles on the right side of the car are shown on the left side of the camera screen. Sometimes the camera doesn't work at all. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2158364 Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The engine experienced a rod bearing failure resulting in internal engine damage and sudden loss of normal engine operation. The vehicle and failed engine components are currently available for inspection upon request. The engine failure occurred while the vehicle was traveling at high speed on the freeway, resulting in sudden loss of engine power. This created a significant safety risk, as loss https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2152122 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT I brought my Kia in for a recall, and they determined the part was discontinued thus making my vehicle inoperable. When I brought my vehicle in, it was driveable-now I have been without my vehicle for over a month. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2151111 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT My car is experiencing excessive oil consumption. Upon inspection, it was determined that the issue lies with my catalytic converter. I have discovered that this problem has been reported in other Kia vehicles. The information I found suggests that the oil I am using is being bypassed by the catalytic converter, which indicates a potential issue with the Kia car’s design. Engine light won’t go off https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2151020 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2018 Kia Rio is burning 2 quarts of oil every 800 miles, confirmed by a Kia dealership through an official oil consumption test. The issue first started around 110,000 miles and has progressively gotten worse. I have owned the vehicle since it had 40,000 miles, and I have always had the oil changed on time and maintained the car properly. Despite proper maintenance, the engine gives off a stro https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2148344 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Paint peeling. Took a month to have the dealer /warranty repair the roof in July 2025. Then in Sept 2025 have 2 more areas doing the same thing. Reached back out to dealer end of Sept then mid Oct following up find out service person is gone, start over with new service person, follow up early Nov, again mid Nov and find out that service person is gone. Contact manager and he wants us to start ove https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2145433 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact had notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The recall repair was performed; however, while starting the vehicle the check engine, ABS, and oil warning lights and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. While attempting to turn the steering whee https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2145434 Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact had notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair. The recall repair was performed; however, while starting the vehicle the check engine, ABS, and oil warning lights and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. While attempting to turn the steering whee https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2141438 Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT 360 car seat will not click lock will steady spin around https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2138874 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT 2018 Kia Rio – severe oil consumption leading to low compression (30 PSI on Cylinder 2) and engine failure. Dealership installed incorrect non-OEM spark plugs prior to failure. Kia denies warranty coverage although this matches known engine defects in other Kia models https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2136949 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT My 2018 Kia Rio S (VIN [XXX] ) suffered sudden engine failure at approximately 84 000 miles. I pulled over immediately when the oil light came on, but the engine began rattling and was later diagnosed by the dealer as a bearing/seizure failure requiring full engine replacement (estimate ≈ $15 865). This vehicle uses the 1.6 L Gamma II GDI engine, which is the same engine family already included i https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2135318 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Upon stopping at a red light and or stop sign, when applying brakes, the car continues to move forward, even after pumping the brakes. Vehicle has been diagnosed by a certified auto mechanic. The findings and recommendation for the Brake Master Cylinder to be the reason the vehicle continues to creep forward, when brake are applied and held. This issue has on two separate occasions near collision, https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2134800 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that there was no oil on the dipstick. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. An oil consumption test was performed; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2133415 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact stated that upon driving from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to exceed 2-3 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The Ford dealer where the vehicle was purchased arranged for the vehicle to be picked up at the residence. The Ford dealer informed the contact that the mechanic and the Kia dealer w https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2131304 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT tHE ENTIRE CAR FAILED. cAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE CONSOLE AND PASSENGER SEAT WHILE DRIVING ON 1-15 . 8.15.2025 . Car filled wit black moke and fire.l was driving blind. brakes failed, power failed, burning the entire time. I somehow got out of burning vehicle and ran about 100 yards and watched the car explode!! Had car tuned up at Findlay Honda whede it was bought, 4 months ago, and they said it https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2131305 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT tHE ENTIRE CAR FAILED. cAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE CONSOLE AND PASSENGER SEAT WHILE DRIVING ON 1-15 . 8.15.2025 . Car filled wit black moke and fire.l was driving blind. brakes failed, power failed, burning the entire time. I somehow got out of burning vehicle and ran about 100 yards and watched the car explode!! Had car tuned up at Findlay Honda whede it was bought, 4 months ago, and they said it https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2131306 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT tHE ENTIRE CAR FAILED. cAUGHT ON FIRE FROM THE CONSOLE AND PASSENGER SEAT WHILE DRIVING ON 1-15 . 8.15.2025 . Car filled wit black moke and fire.l was driving blind. brakes failed, power failed, burning the entire time. I somehow got out of burning vehicle and ran about 100 yards and watched the car explode!! Had car tuned up at Findlay Honda whede it was bought, 4 months ago, and they said it https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2128707 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Paint is peeling https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2127505 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Car started smoking while drive, lucky I was already pulling in my driveway. https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio https://plaincars.com/make/kia-rio#complaint-2127506 Fri, 05 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Car started smoking while drive, lucky I was already pulling in my driveway.