2017 KIA RIO Complaints and Recall Information
The 2017 KIA RIO has 1 complaint and 4 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to unknown or unspecified problems. Detailed complaint information is not available.
Four recalls affect various systems. They include safety features like trunk latches and critical components such as the brake control unit. These recalls cover a large number of vehicles and address defects that could lead to entrapment or fire risks.
Recalls- Trunk latch defect. NHTSA campaign number 23V594000 affects 319,436 vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing opening the trunk from inside. This can trap a person inside, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the trunk latch base free of charge.
- Brake control unit fire risk. NHTSA campaign number 23V652000 involves 1,730,192 vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may short electrically, causing an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. Owners are advised to park outside until repairs. Dealers replace the HECU fuse at no cost.
Owners with repeated repairs or unresolved recall issues on safety-critical systems may have rights under their state’s lemon law. They should consider consulting a qualified attorney for possible legal options.
2017 KIA RIO Summary
2017
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
2
Total Recalls
2049628
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2017 KIA RIO
1730192 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
2017 KIA RIO
319436 vehicles affected
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.
Complaints
2017 KIA RIO
ID: 2063008UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Unknown