2020 Kia Rio recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Kia Rio; the most frequently affected component is service brakes, hydraulic — master cylinder. Owners filed 27 complaints, most often about unknown or other. Among the 21 model years of this model in the database, 2020 ranks #18 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints27

Crashes reported3in stored complaints

Fires reported5in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Service brakes, hydraulic — Master cylinderCampaign 21V936000 · 01 Dec 2021

Problem: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

Risk: Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC223.

What owners complain about

Share of the 27 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Unknown or other8 · 30%

Engine5 · 19%

Power train5 · 19%

Electrical system5 · 19%

Steering4 · 15%

Service brakes3 · 11%

Exterior lighting2 · 7%

Wheels2 · 7%

When complaints were filed

20202

20218

20224

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20254

20262

From owner complaints

Recall SC223 Brake master cylinder. Rough metal edges can pinatrate Seals causing leaks poor braking functionality. NHTSA Capaign ID# 21V936000. Nov.30th.2021, 87 vehicles effected. Clay Cooley kia refused to honor the recall and fix the problem with my vehicle on 10/25/2024. Recall on the catalytic converters. Recall…
Engine · Oct 2024 · NHTSA complaint record

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…
Service brakes · Sep 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

I called the dealership about my brake problem five days ago about the brakes going down to the floor almost i was told by the service manager that was a safety issue so he gave me their roadside assistance number yobe picked up they did on friday morning 9/25/20 the car was delivered and the service manager said he…
Unknown or other · Sep 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The Passenger Headlight has water inside it, and water vapor. The connections for the light blubs is corroding.
Exterior lighting · Sep 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

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.

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