Consumer Complaints

Vehicles / Kia / Rio / 2001
Id Vehicle Make Vehicle Model Model Year Complaint Summary
007120223 KIA RIO 2001 Aside from the fact that we have never received one recall notice from kia or the dealer, on september 12, 2007, my 2001 kia rio (which we bought new
007112165 KIA RIO 2001 My car had a recall because of stalling issues before also again when i had this problem the fuel injector was unplugged now it stalls all the time
007112164 KIA RIO 2001 My car had a recall because of stalling issues before also again when i had this problem the fuel injector was unplugged now it stalls all the time
007112163 KIA RIO 2001 My car had a recall because of stalling issues before also again when i had this problem the fuel injector was unplugged now it stalls all the time
005110049 KIA RIO 2001 Tl*the contact owns a 2001 kia rio. while driving 40 mph, the contact heard a squeaking noise coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle.
007103215 KIA RIO 2001 Front driver's side door would not unlock in 2004. repaired at dealership at cost to me of $300. driver's side door will not unlock in 2007. the
007097277 KIA RIO 2001 Two years ago when trying to get into my 2001 rio the drivers side door lock stuck. i took it to the dealership and waited 2 weeks for the
007097276 KIA RIO 2001 Two years ago when trying to get into my 2001 rio the drivers side door lock stuck. i took it to the dealership and waited 2 weeks for the
007095428 KIA RIO 2001 2001 KIA RIO WITH ENGINE FAILURE**NAR**CC *JB
007094960 KIA RIO 2001 I have a kia rio. stock #06520901,case 0067, model k32b na3,year 2001, vinknadc1234165xxxxx ra, motor asd21403 color bi. the compact base that
007094808 KIA RIO 2001 Driving in traffic, made right turn into driveway at 30 mph and the engine died, steering was now unassisted. i rolled the car into a parking spot.
007094807 KIA RIO 2001 Driving in traffic, made right turn into driveway at 30 mph and the engine died, steering was now unassisted. i rolled the car into a parking spot.
007094806 KIA RIO 2001 Driving in traffic, made right turn into driveway at 30 mph and the engine died, steering was now unassisted. i rolled the car into a parking spot.
007094805 KIA RIO 2001 Driving in traffic, made right turn into driveway at 30 mph and the engine died, steering was now unassisted. i rolled the car into a parking spot.
007094804 KIA RIO 2001 Driving in traffic, made right turn into driveway at 30 mph and the engine died, steering was now unassisted. i rolled the car into a parking spot.
006088034 KIA RIO 2001 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
006086761 KIA RIO 2001 01 rio is a lemon & safety hazard. many major repairs done including the timing belt & valves rebuilt, new cooling system, both control arms
006086760 KIA RIO 2001 01 rio is a lemon & safety hazard. many major repairs done including the timing belt & valves rebuilt, new cooling system, both control arms
006086759 KIA RIO 2001 01 rio is a lemon & safety hazard. many major repairs done including the timing belt & valves rebuilt, new cooling system, both control arms
006086758 KIA RIO 2001 01 rio is a lemon & safety hazard. many major repairs done including the timing belt & valves rebuilt, new cooling system, both control arms
006086757 KIA RIO 2001 01 rio is a lemon & safety hazard. many major repairs done including the timing belt & valves rebuilt, new cooling system, both control arms
005083545 KIA RIO 2001 I own a 2001 kia rio, i have had nothing but problems since i purchased the car, the dealership refuses to assist with any of them. i no longer have
005083544 KIA RIO 2001 I own a 2001 kia rio, i have had nothing but problems since i purchased the car, the dealership refuses to assist with any of them. i no longer have
006078810 KIA RIO 2001 Dt*: the contact stated while the tires were being rotated at an independent repair shop, it was determined the front wheel bearings were loose. the
006078809 KIA RIO 2001 Dt*: the contact stated while the tires were being rotated at an independent repair shop, it was determined the front wheel bearings were loose. the
006061732 KIA RIO 2001 Certain passenger vehicles may have a manufacturing flaw that could cause the wheels to crack under long term driving fatigue. if cracks occur, wheel
006058318 KIA RIO 2001 Check engine light seldom goes off. took car to dealership for service and to resolve this problem, light went back on in less than 100 miles after
005051041 KIA RIO 2001 (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
003048796 KIA RIO 2001 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
003048795 KIA RIO 2001 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
005046077 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the contact stated the rear seat belts no longer retracted. when she tried to use the seat belts they became stuck, and would not move nor
005045639 KIA RIO 2001 We own a 2001 kia recall which has a safety recall on it that requires all 4 wheels to be replaced . our vehicle is making the noises described in the
901040229 KIA RIO 2001 2001 KIA RIO RECEIVED A RECALL FOR THE STEEL WHEELS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED DUE TO LACK OF PARTS.*MR *JB
005038568 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the consumer stated that the 2001 kia rio had the air bag light on the dashboard. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, but it was not
005038567 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the consumer stated that the 2001 kia rio had the air bag light on the dashboard. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, but it was not
005038566 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the consumer stated that the 2001 kia rio had the air bag light on the dashboard. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, but it was not
001038438 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
001038437 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
001038436 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
001038435 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
001038434 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
001038433 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
001038432 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the caller said the dealer made new holes in the frame to put the bolts in. the dealer cut the frame to put smaller bolts and nuts in. another
005038034 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the concusmer was involved in an accident and a tire blew out. after the vehicle stopped spinning, the consumer got out of the vehicle and it
005038033 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the concusmer was involved in an accident and a tire blew out. after the vehicle stopped spinning, the consumer got out of the vehicle and it
005037301 KIA RIO 2001 Kia initiated a recall on the 2001 kia rio for replacement of the four standard steel wheels with four alloy wheels. the recall was made because of
005034725 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: consumer has a 2001 kia rio. she received a recall notice in june of 2005. she contacted the manufacture and was told that it would be september
005032599 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: contact stated that both rear seat belts were not properly working. when the consumer tried to use the seat belts they will not extract enough to
005032598 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: contact stated that both rear seat belts were not properly working. when the consumer tried to use the seat belts they will not extract enough to
005031074 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: received a manufacturer's recall notice in the mail for 2001 kia rio. contacted the dealer three times to arrange for repairs. the last
005030718 KIA RIO 2001 2001 KIA RIO RECALL NOTICE FOR WHEEL REPLACEMENT WAS RECEIVED BUT THE WHEELS NEEDED FOR REPLACEMENT WERE NOT IN STOCK.*MR *JB
005029455 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: consumer has a 2001 kia rio; received creall no 05v159000. when called the dealership to arrange for repais. he was told they were going to
005027996 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the consumer had a recall notice for the wheels. she contacted the local kia dealer at bob dan's kia in merritt island spoke to arch tamumu, he
005026026 KIA RIO 2001 2001 kia reo brakes wet compleatly out becase of rused out brak lining the bottom of the car is all rused out and is very un safe my deler
005026025 KIA RIO 2001 2001 kia reo brakes wet compleatly out becase of rused out brak lining the bottom of the car is all rused out and is very un safe my deler
005024783 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: , a steel wheel is cracked and vibrated. took vehicle to dealer who balanced tires. still experienced problems and discovered the crack in the
005019962 KIA RIO 2001 Dt: the consumer owns a 2001 kia rio and is having problems with the exhaust system. the consumer smelled an odor coming from the exhaust system. she
005019562 KIA RIO 2001 Put car in park - got out of car and it rolled out of driveway into the street- got back in car to move it out of the street and the shifter would not
005018057 KIA RIO 2001 Wheel came apart while driving down the highway at 55 pmh. there was a noise before the wheel came. the car was repaired by the owner replacing the
005013392 KIA RIO 2001 THE WEBBING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FRAYED AND THE LATCH ON THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT CAME OFF. *AK
005013391 KIA RIO 2001 THE WEBBING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT FRAYED AND THE LATCH ON THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT CAME OFF. *AK
004010236 KIA RIO 2001 Vehicle was taken to dealer to be serviced four times for the check engine light. since last inspection it could not be determined as to why the
004010083 KIA RIO 2001 Owner was driving at approximately 50 mph and the engine stalled. the owner lost steering and brake power this defect has happened at least 3 times
005006567 KIA RIO 2001 Loud repeating noise coming from wheel. took it into mechanic, told me it was the hubcap rubbing on the rim. applied tape to hubcap to solve problem
005005025 KIA RIO 2001 Consumer has an issue that the lug wench that came with the vehicle was unable to break loose the lugs:nuts and/or applied the proper torque when
003314665 KIA RIO 2001 LEFT FRONT WHEEL CRACKED.*AK
004314242 KIA RIO 2001 HEADLIGHTS FAILED AT 40,000 MILES. LOW BEAMS DO NOT WORK,HIGH BEAMS WILL WORK IF HOLD BACK LEVER. FUSUES ARE FINE,LAMPS ARE FINE.*AK
002311562 KIA RIO 2001 Steering wheel wobbled. this vehicle was replaced with a new vehicle, butproblem started again, dealer told consumer to have tie tires and the
003311556 KIA RIO 2001 AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND WILL STAY ON FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME AND GO OFF. DEALER MADE THE REPAIRS AND IT IS STILL DEFECTIVE.*AK
004311482 KIA RIO 2001 REQUEST ASSISTANCE IN GETTING KIA TO SHIP PARTS TO FIX A SAFETY RECALL ON 2001 KIA RIO. *BF *SC
004311207 KIA RIO 2001 CRACKS HAVE ACCUMULATED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER RIM. *JB ALL FOUR ORIGINAL RIMS ALONG WITH ONE REPLACEMENT RIM CRACKED. *NM
004310946 KIA RIO 2001 The consumer received a safety recall to replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assembly. the consumer lives in juneau and there are no
004310899 KIA RIO 2001 ENGINE CHECK LIGHT TURNED ON AND OFF MUTIPLE TIMES WITHIN THE YEAR. ENGINE FINALLY NO LONGER OPERATED. *AK
004309225 KIA RIO 2001 Fax re request assistance in getting kia to ship parts fr anchorage to fix safety recall on 2001 kia rio. *bf recall# 04v179000. (fuel
004305963 KIA RIO 2001 Deficient wheel bearing on kia rio. *bf recurring problems with the wheel bearings. the current wheel bearing problem was diagnosed as the tires
004305962 KIA RIO 2001 Deficient wheel bearing on kia rio. *bf recurring problems with the wheel bearings. the current wheel bearing problem was diagnosed as the tires
004305647 KIA RIO 2001 The driver noticed that fluid was leaking fluid from underneath the vehicle and the check engine light appeared on the dashboard. the vehicle was
002303255 KIA RIO 2001 While driving at any speed vehicle stalled . vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that control module needed to
004300592 KIA RIO 2001 While driving, the consumer heard a loud clinking sound coming from the trunk area. consumer thought that he was hit. however, when turning around to
004300281 KIA RIO 2001 Fuel distributor assembly was leaking. *nm when the consumer called to make an appointment to have the recall performed, she was told no appointment
004298256 KIA RIO 2001 July 31,2004. i started hearing a noise towards the right side front tire. with in 2 days the noise got louder. i took the car the the kia dealer
004297572 KIA RIO 2001 I have a third factory wheel on my car that has broke during normal driving. the wheel started making a sound like bearings going out on the rear
004296877 KIA RIO 2001 FRONT DRIVER'S PLASTIC DOOR MECHANISM BROKE WHILE EXITING THE VEHICLE, DEALER REPLACED THE MECHANISM AT CONSUMER'S EXPENSE OF$210.00. *AK
004294256 KIA RIO 2001 WHILE DRIVING A SQUEAKING NOISE WAS HEARD. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL RIM CRACKED. *AK
004293784 KIA RIO 2001 Consumer heard a squealing noise in the right front side of vehicle. she was not sure whether it was a tire, tie rod or suspension. when she took
004293621 KIA RIO 2001 While driving it felt like the vehicle was off balance. this occurred because the right front rim busted. this occurred twice two years ago because
004292802 KIA RIO 2001 The first time i heard a noise coming from the right front passenger side of my car and thought it was either my brakes or a pvc boot going out on my
004292801 KIA RIO 2001 The first time i heard a noise coming from the right front passenger side of my car and thought it was either my brakes or a pvc boot going out on my
004291902 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with 2001 kia rio.*mr the consumer's vehicle experienced multiple fuel system problems. the consumer received a recall notice in reference
004291901 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with 2001 kia rio.*mr the consumer's vehicle experienced multiple fuel system problems. the consumer received a recall notice in reference
004291900 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with 2001 kia rio.*mr the consumer's vehicle experienced multiple fuel system problems. the consumer received a recall notice in reference
004291899 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with 2001 kia rio.*mr the consumer's vehicle experienced multiple fuel system problems. the consumer received a recall notice in reference
004291779 KIA RIO 2001 Problem with 2001 kia rio engine stalled. *mr the engine light had come on due to overheating, and the fuel pump stopped working due to water
004291778 KIA RIO 2001 Problem with 2001 kia rio engine stalled. *mr the engine light had come on due to overheating, and the fuel pump stopped working due to water
004291745 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with vehicle's engine. *mr when the consumer attempted to accelerate from slowing down, the vehicle jerked into gear. the dealer could
004291744 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with vehicle's engine. *mr when the consumer attempted to accelerate from slowing down, the vehicle jerked into gear. the dealer could
004291743 KIA RIO 2001 Problems with vehicle's engine. *mr when the consumer attempted to accelerate from slowing down, the vehicle jerked into gear. the dealer could
003290113 KIA RIO 2001 In december of 2003 i started hearing a loud clanking from the passenger-side, rear wheel. assuming it was the rear brakes needing replaced, i
001289738 KIA RIO 2001 2001 kio rio. purchased car new from dealer. shortly after purchase of vehicle it shut itself off while slowed down in traffic. after the dealer
004287176 KIA RIO 2001 While driving 40 mph on an incline vehicle was running roughly. consumer noticed smoke coming from under the hood. consumer immediately pulled over
004286580 KIA RIO 2001 While driving at any speed and brakes were depressed steering wheel shook hard. dealership serviced vehicle four times, rotors were turned three
004286579 KIA RIO 2001 While driving at any speed and brakes were depressed steering wheel shook hard. dealership serviced vehicle four times, rotors were turned three
003286566 KIA RIO 2001 Consumer noticed that the center of the wheels cracked and fell apart. consumer began to hear a clanking sound coming from the left rear wheel. as
004286501 KIA RIO 2001 9+this vehicle was involved in an accident, in which the it was impacted on the passenger's side front. upon impact, rear driver's side seat belt
004283902 KIA RIO 2001 CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. *AK
004283901 KIA RIO 2001 CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. *AK
004282101 KIA RIO 2001 While driving 40 mph consumer's vehicle collided with the vehicle in front. upon impact, both frontal air bags did not deploy. driver sustained
004281961 KIA RIO 2001 While driving at 40 mph consumer was involved in a front end collision. upon impact, air bags did not deploy. also, no air bag warning light
004281583 KIA RIO 2001 WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. *AK
0000279205 KIA RIO 2001 The check engine light was on all the time and the vehicle wouldn't go in to overdrive. *ph even after the engine control module was reprogrammed
003273863 KIA RIO 2001 Oil leaks at the bottom and the top of the engine. gasket cyl head and head cover slips out. all seal from top and bottom of the car leaks. steering
0000271847 KIA RIO 2001 While turning on the vehicle engine check light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and
901271337 KIA RIO 2001 DEALER REFUSED TO CORRECT PROBLEMS WITH REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER. (NAR) *PH *CB
004266432 KIA RIO 2001 While driving 40 mph up an incline vehicle ran rough. consumer noticed smoke was coming from under the hood. consumer immediately pulled over.
004262034 KIA RIO 2001 Consumer was unable to enter the vehicle by using the key. when the consumer entered vehicle from the unlocked back door it was still not possible
004261373 KIA RIO 2001 Since december '03, check engine light has come on at least a dozen times. on 2 occassions, car bucks while driving and stalls. have had it in to the
003260582 KIA RIO 2001 Vehicle began making a loud grinding noise when coming to a stop. thinking it may just be the brakes that were going out, returned vehicle to the shop
003254423 KIA RIO 2001 While driving at any speed consumer heard a thumping sound coming from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. upon closer inspection right rear
004253512 KIA RIO 2001 I was driving down the road in my 2001 kia rio and it started to run really funny and the next thing i knew i stepped on the gas and the wasn't
003252726 KIA RIO 2001 The consumer parked the vehicle and left the engine running. after a few minutes, the consumer returned to find the vehicle on fire. the fire
003251796 KIA RIO 2001 CHRISTMAS DAY, 2003 IMMEDIATE AND ENGULFING ENGINE FIRE WHILE MY CAR WAS IDLING FOR A VERY SHORT PERIOD OF TIME.
0000248462 KIA RIO 2001 While driving airbag light illuminated. took vehicle to dealer, who stated that air bags were inoperable, and would not deploy. air bag module
0000248461 KIA RIO 2001 While driving airbag light illuminated. took vehicle to dealer, who stated that air bags were inoperable, and would not deploy. air bag module
003247657 KIA RIO 2001 WHILE DRIVING AIR BAG WARNING LIGHTAPPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD INTERMITTENTLY. *AK
0000247215 KIA RIO 2001 After driving the vehicle for approximately 35 minutes, the vehicle suddenly accelerates up to 100 mph. the driver has to use the emergency brake to
003243266 KIA RIO 2001 While driving about 65 mph on the highway,the vehicle stalled. the driver tried to restart after pulling over to the side of the road. the vehicle
003241764 KIA RIO 2001 I purchased a 2001 kia rio approximately 1 month ago. i have had 2 separate occasions where i have inserted the key into the ignition and have not
003240748 KIA RIO 2001 Nhtsa recall 03-v-352-000: on certain passenger vehicles, fuel leaks may develop at the fuel distributor assembly, either at its service port or at
0000237385 KIA RIO 2001 The vehicles drivers side front tire rim developed 14 inch cracks all around and pieces of the rim were falling off. the consumer believes the tire
0000235403 KIA RIO 2001 Consumer's vehicle was involved in a hit and run. consumer lost control of vehicle, hit a guardrail, and slammed into a hill. none of the airbags
003233576 KIA RIO 2001 NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN MY ACCIDENT. *AK
003233377 KIA RIO 2001 My car stalled while driving would not restart towed to dealer. found no problem car started for them. retrieved car stopped for gas, car would not
001231176 KIA RIO 2001 March 17 2001 is the date that i purchased my kia rio since then i have had nothing but multiple problems. my biggest complaint is the transmission
001228063 KIA RIO 2001 I have a 2001 kia rio - i have had nothing but problems with it since i bought it. the engine shakes ( causing the whole car to shake ) intermittently
001228062 KIA RIO 2001 I have a 2001 kia rio - i have had nothing but problems with it since i bought it. the engine shakes ( causing the whole car to shake ) intermittently
0000218800 KIA RIO 2001 THERE IS A KNOCKING NOISE IN THE TRANSMISSION, THAT RESULTS IN THE TRANSMISSION NEEDING TO BE REPLACED EVERY 37,000 MILES.*AK
002218439 KIA RIO 2001 Vehicle fire originating from the vehicle fuel lines. *mr as the consumer was driving, she noticed that something smelled hot in the interior of the
003215289 KIA RIO 2001 WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS FILLED WITH FUEL IT LATER STALLED. THE DEALER STATED THEY WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *NLM
003215075 KIA RIO 2001 THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION YET NONE THE VEHICLES AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. *NLM
003214832 KIA RIO 2001 THE BRAKE ROTORS EXPERIENCED PREMATURE FAILURE, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO EXPERIENCE A VIBRATION WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. *JB
002205939 KIA RIO 2001 Consumer smelled burning rubber, and then the vehicle stalled and flames emitted from under the hood. the insurance inspector indicated the fire
001205922 KIA RIO 2001 THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED, AND NEVER WENT OFF, THE DEALER STATED NOTHING WAS WRONG.*JB
003203662 KIA RIO 2001 The windshield wipers worked intermittently. *jb the wipers stopped during a snow storm. the dealer stated that the problem was due to poor design
0000201551 KIA RIO 2001 2001 KIA RIO *PH *JB **DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT OVER TO ARTEMIS**768043
0000201259 KIA RIO 2001 THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD, THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*JB
0000200506 KIA RIO 2001 All of the windows fogged. to the point where condensation dripped off of the windows, while operating the vehicle. the dealer checked the vehicle
001200315 KIA RIO 2001 My over drive system they said is going to be recalled. i don't know exactly what happened but my over drive light started blinking. i would like this
001198973 KIA RIO 2001 I was driving home from work, and when i was approximately 1 minute from my home, my check engine light came on, and my car began "chugging". i made
001198972 KIA RIO 2001 I was driving home from work, and when i was approximately 1 minute from my home, my check engine light came on, and my car began "chugging". i made
001198971 KIA RIO 2001 I was driving home from work, and when i was approximately 1 minute from my home, my check engine light came on, and my car began "chugging". i made

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