CarRecallWatchThe 2013 Kia RIO has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 153 complaints with NHTSA, including 8 crashes, 18 fires, 8 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (53 reports).
2013 Kia RIO recalls
Brake control module short can cause engine fire
The hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU), which runs the antilock brake and traction control system, may develop an electrical short.
Most common 2013 Kia RIO problems
Problem areas named in the 153 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 53 |
| Air Bags | 34 |
| Electrical System | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 21 |
| Unknown Or Other | 19 |
| Steering | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 5 |
What owners report
The contact called on behalf of her mother, who owned a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while the contact's mother was approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle stalled. The contact's mother noticed smoke coming from under the hood. The contact's mother stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to stop. The contact's mother enabled the emergency brake to stop the vehicle. The contact's mother noticed that the entire front windshield was covered with black smoke. In addition, the contact's mother exited the vehicle. The contact's mother stated that upon exiting the vehicle, she noticed fire on the front driver's side door. The fire d
Was sleeping and heard a pop looked and there was a fire under the hood tried to extinguish it got it outside on the road, and it burned to the ground basically
Case numberODI11697241
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 . Since they have had vehicle over 6 months and all my quote s to repair and held because of further defects, I wonder if this is a scam to defraud people thru your recall. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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 wheel, there was a lot of resistance in the steering wheel and while pressing the brake pedal the brake pedal went to the floorboard and lost power brakes functionality. The contact checked the brake fluid level, and the vehicle was returned to the dealer. The contact was informed that there repair had
2013 Kia RIO questions
Does the 2013 Kia RIO have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Kia RIO: Brake control module short can cause engine fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Kia RIO?
Based on 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (53), Air Bags (34), Electrical System (27).
How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Kia RIO has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.