NHTSA lists 26 complaints for the 2010 Kia RIO, 9 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 7 complaints mention an injury, with 8 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as KIA RIO.
Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. The available sales group does not match this vehicle variant.
| System | Complaints | Share of this vehicle's complaints |
|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 12 | 46.2% |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 4 | 15.4% |
| ENGINE | 4 | 15.4% |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 | 11.5% |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2 | 7.7% |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 | 7.7% |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 2 | 7.7% |
| STRUCTURE | 2 | 7.7% |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 | 3.8% |
| POWER TRAIN | 1 | 3.8% |
| System | Subsystem | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | FRONTAL | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | BODY | 2 |
| EQUIPMENT | ELECTRICAL | 1 |
One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.
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35 manufacturer communications.
| System | Count |
|---|---|
| EQUIPMENT | 18 |
| AIR BAGS | 8 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 |
| EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 3 |
| STRUCTURE | 3 |
| SUSPENSION | 2 |
Date: 2025-12-09. Type: Other. Systems: BACK OVER PREVENTION.
PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver while parking, by calculating distance based on the difference in signal
Date: 2025-04-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid ty
Date: 2024-05-16. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.
Date: 2022-11-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable vehicles in the chart
Date: 2021-09-13. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to some Kia models tha
Date: 2021-05-19. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE, SUSPENSION.
TSB_CHA022_CLOSED: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CLOSED
Date: 2020-08-25. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.
PITSTOP - BRAKE CALIPER LEAK INSPECTION - This PITSTOP provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
Date: 2020-04-24. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: - TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a
Date: 2018-03-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
Date: 2017-01-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washe
None listed.
| NHTSA model label | Complaints |
|---|---|
| RIO | 26 |
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