NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Kia Rio; the most frequently affected component is wheels. Owners filed 227 complaints, most often about engine and engine cooling. Among the 21 model years of this model in the database, 2001 ranks #1 for number of recalls.
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, fuel leaks may develop at the fuel distributor assembly because of quality deviations.
Risk: 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.
What owners complain about
Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.
Engine and engine cooling10 · 25%
Wheels9 · 22%
Electrical system8 · 20%
Latches/locks/linkages7 · 18%
Fuel system7 · 18%
Gasoline7 · 18%
Suspension6 · 15%
Power train4 · 10%
When complaints were filed
200510
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From owner complaints
(1) there were no events leading up to the engine failure (2) for no reason what so ever, the engine just seized while i was sitting at a stop sign. There was plenty of oil and water in the engine. All routine maintenance had been performed. I am now being told i will have to replace the entire engine. I am 14,000…
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 40 mph and depressing the clutch pedal, the gear shifter would not change gears and control of the vehicle was lost. It crashed into a curb and the engine stalled. The vehicle was restarted and the engine stalled again. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where the…
2 years ago i noticed that the car does not want to start when it has not been driven for a long period of time (12 hrs). I took the engine cover off and tried to start the car with the remote starter. I noticed that there were sparks coming from the distributor and the spark plug wires. Took car in to dealer and all…
Parked car at work came back out and the door lock was down tried to pull up but is stuck or caught on something. The way the screws are in the door 2 of them cannot be taken out without having the door open. With long legs its very difficult to get in and out of vehicle!!! Also trouble with the engine misfiring of…
Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.