2007 Kia Rio problems
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Common 2007 Kia Rio problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Kia Rio 2007, common problems with this car include:
- Engine Troubles:
- The 2007 Kia Rio has been reported to experience engine seizures, engine knocking, and timing chain issues. These engine problems can lead to significant repair costs and affect the overall performance of the vehicle.
- Transmission Issues:
- Owners have raised concerns about transmission-related problems in the 2007 Kia Rio. Issues with the transmission can result in difficulties shifting gears, erratic performance, and potential safety hazards while driving.
- Fuel Consumption Troubles:
- Complaints have highlighted excessive fuel consumption in the 2007 Kia Rio. High fuel consumption can lead to increased running costs and reduced fuel efficiency, impacting the overall ownership experience.
- Check Engine Light:
- The check engine light in the 2007 Kia Rio has been a recurring issue reported by owners. This warning light can indicate various underlying problems, such as engine malfunctions, emissions issues, or sensor failures, requiring diagnostic attention.
- Spark Plug Wear:
- Spark plug wear has been a common complaint among owners of the 2007 Kia Rio. Premature spark plug wear can lead to engine misfires, rough idling, and reduced performance, necessitating frequent replacements and maintenance.
- Electrical Problems:
- Electrical faults have been reported in the 2007 Kia Rio, affecting components like the infotainment system, lighting, or other electrical features. These issues can lead to malfunctions, inconvenience, and potential safety risks.
- Brake Master Cylinder Concerns:
- Recent models of the Kia Rio, including the 2007 version, have faced brake master cylinder issues. Problems with the brake master cylinder can impact braking performance, safety, and overall driving experience, requiring prompt attention and potential repairs.
By addressing these common problems with the Kia Rio 2007 based on owner complaints, it provides valuable insights for potential buyers and current owners to be aware of potential issues and take necessary precautions or maintenance steps to ensure a smoother ownership experience.
Is Kia Rio 2007 a reliable car?
This car is one of the most reliable cars I have ever owned. No problems with any parts, no breakdowns, no overheating. Took this car in the bush for holidays with a full car of gear and still managed to get through the terrain.
What are the most common problems with the Kia Rio?
Kia Rio Transmission Problems:
Transmission issues can plague any vehicle, and the Kia Rio is no exception. Owners have reported issues such as rough shifting, slipping gears, and transmission fluid leaks.
Is The Kia Rio a reliable car?
The Kia Rio Reliability Rating is 4.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 6th out of 21 for subcompact cars.
How many miles does a 2007 Kia Rio last?
Let's get right to the chase: how long do Kias last? In the hands of a responsible owner, Kia vehicles are expected to last up to 200,000 miles. According to the accounts of owners who gave their Kias the much-needed TLC, they could get 200,000 to 250,000 miles and keep them on the road for a decade or more.
2007 Kia Rio car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Kia Rio problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Electrical system problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2007 Kia Rio vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2007 Kia Rio
The NHTSA has received 46 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2007 Kia Rio. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2007 Kia Rio vehicles.
2024-07-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-29
- VIN: KNADE123676
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: the engine has very bad Loss of oil pressure it consumption of a lot oil the engine knock very bad that engine has decreased its power the engine oil light always on so I stop driving the car and car blows white smoke from the engine my mechanic told he did not want to work on the car because of the engine but I can get a invoice he quoted me 3,000 dollars for a new engine i have not even had this car for long could not even drive it around or get my child to school
2023-05-04
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-01
- VIN: KNADE123676
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2007 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the occupant classification system (OCS) seat sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V244000 (Air Bags) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
2021-05-06
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-04-20
- VIN: KNADE163276
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2007 KIA RIO EQUIPPED WITH BF GOODRICH TIRES, TIRE LINE: G-FORCE SPORT, TIRE SIZE: 195/55/R15, DOT NUMBER: BELN3P1107-15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT TIRES SOUNDED LIKE THEY WERE FLAT WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE TIRES AND FOUND THE TREAD AND STEEL WIRES WERE SEPARATED FROM THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE SIX YEARS OLD. THE TIRES WERE NOT REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 102,668.
2020-02-09
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-02-08
- VIN: KNADE163276
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: I DRIVING UP TO WISCONSIN DELLS FROM ILLINOIS AND THE VIT WOULNT GO OVER TWENTY MILES PER HR I HATE THIS VEHICLE AND A TUNE UP WAS DONE BEFORE I LEFT I HAVE A 2007 KIA RIO AND VEHICLE JUST DIED AND THEN STARTED AND HAD NO POWER I HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED BACK TO ILLINOIS WHICH COST ME 300 DOLLARS HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS PROBLEM ONLY HAS 95.600 MILES WAS
2019-11-04
AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-08-01
- VIN: KNADE123276
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: 2007 KIA RIO HAS AN AIRBAG LIGHT ON ALL THE TIME, WITH A CODE SPECIFYING THE PASSENGER SEAT MAT SENSOR. WHEN CLEARING THE CODE FOR THE AIRBAG, THE CODE IS RETHROWN AFTER ABOUT 10 SECONDS. NHTSA RECALL #12V244000 APPLIED TO CERTAIN MODELS OF THE 2005-2007 MODEL ERA, BUT DIDN'T INCLUDE ALL OF THEM, AS THE VEHICLE HAS NO OPEN SEAT MAT RECALL AND NONE HAD BEEN REPAIRED IN THE PAST. EVIDENTLY THE ISSUE IS MORE WIDESPREAD THAN THE INITIAL RECALL. THE LIGHT STAYS ON ALL THE TIME.
2018-12-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-12-21
- VIN: KNADE123776
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I JUST RECENT HAD THE BATTERY PUT IN MY CAR. AN NOW THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON FOR THE DRIVER ON THAT DASH BOARD. AN DON'T KNOW WHY IT'S ON. THE CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN IN THE PAST FEW MONTHS. SO WE ARE SCARED TO BE OUT ON THE ROAD AN IT DOESN'T PROTECT US IF WE GET INTO AN ACCIDENT AN SOMEONE GETS KILLED.
2018-02-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-01
- VIN: KNADE123176
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. RALLY KIA (438 AUTO VISTA DR, PALMDALE, CA 93551, (818) 492-3800) WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A SOLUTION TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE SECOND DEALER (GALPIN KIA, 8425 SEPULVEDA BLVD, NORTH HILLS, CA 91343) PROVIDED A SPECIFIC DIAGNOSIS WITH INSTRUCTIONS THAT THE CONTACT FOLLOWED FOR MORE THAN A YEAR, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY WOULD PROVIDE A FOLLOW-UP RESPONSE TO DETERMINE A SOLUTION. THE CONTACT WAS WAITING FOR A PERMANENT REMEDY TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *TT *TR
2018-01-08
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-05
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNADE163X76
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 KIA RIO. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, SHE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, BUT APPLIED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BY MISTAKE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. ALL THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED. THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER SUSTAINED A NECK AND BACK INJURY THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2017-05-30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-27
- VIN: KNADE123576
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ELECTRICAL ISSUES, CONSTANTLY BROKEN AIR CONDITIONER, ENGINE PROBLEMS, SPARK PLUG ISSUES, COIL ISSUES, 3 BATTERIES IN 2 YEARS, LOSS OF POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY.
2016-03-17
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-13
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNADE123976
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, HE FELL ASLEEP AND THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER THREE TIMES. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 107,000. UPDATED 05/11/16*LJ *TR
2015-10-05
STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-08-10
- Components: STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS HARD WHEN APPLIED AND HESITATED TO RESPOND. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A DRASTIC REDUCTION IN SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A MANUFACTURERS RECALL RELATED TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AT AN UNKNOWN LOCATION WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM HAD EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TWO DIFFERENT REPAIR FACILITY'S FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2015-02-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-10-13
- VIN: KNADE123976
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INDICATING THAT THE AIRBAG WAS NOT ACTIVATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE COUPLING WAS LOOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 34,000.
2014-08-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-08-22
- VIN: KNADE123476
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: THE 'AIRBAG' DASH LIGHT ILLUMINATES AND THE DEALERSHIP HAS DETERMINED THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE IS THE SENSOR ASSEMBLY LOCATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT CUSHION. THIS PROBLEM WAS ADDRESSED BY A 'VOLUNTARY SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN' CONDUCTED BY KIA AFFECTING "2006-2008 MY RIO OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM MAT" BUT ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP MY KIA RIO MANUFACTURED IN APRIL 2007 WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL EVEN THOUGH THE PROBLEM/DIAGNOSIS/FIX IS IDENTICAL. *TR
2014-04-29
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-01-25
- VIN: KNADE123666
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE PASSENGER FRONT OCCUPANT SENSOR MAT HAD FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 12V244000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 23,400. UPDATED 7/8/14*CN UPDATED 07/14/2014 *JS
2013-06-11
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-07-19
- VIN: KNADE123476
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON WHEN APPLYING BRAKES. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. ALSO THERE IS INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS OF THE GEAR SHIFT TO LOCK UP AND NOT BE MOVED OUT OF NEUTRAL. THERE WERE RECALL ON OTHER KIA MAKES OF THE SAME YEAR BUT THE DID NOT INCLUDE THE RIO, HOWEVER I AM HAVING THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM DESCRIBED IN THE KIA RECALL. *TR
2012-12-27
SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-12-16
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNADE123976
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKES ABNORMALLY TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSTIC TEST BUT COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TWICE FOR THE FAILURE BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. LATER, THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO APPLY THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP, CAUSING HER TO DRIVE OVER A GRASSY AREA AND CRASH INTO THE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE FENDER WAS DAMAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER, WHERE IT WAS LEFT FOR OVER ELEVEN DAYS BUT THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,000.
2012-12-26
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-20
- VIN: KNADE163976
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: MY VEHICLE'S AIR BAG SENSOR HAS BEEN ON AND THE KIA MANUFACTURER CLAIMS IT NOT TO BE A RECALL SINCE MY WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED THIS PAST NOVEMBER 2012. NOW MY CAR TEMPERATURE GAUGE GOES FROM COLD -0- TO HALF ON THE GAUGE. IT STARTS TO SHAKE AND SHUTS DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF ME DRIVING. ALMOST CAUSED ME TO HAVE 2 ACCIDENTS. I HAD IT TAKEN TO TAKE IT TO GET A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND THIS WAS IN PART OF A RECALL THAT THE MANUFACTURER CLAIMS IS NOT THEIR PROBLEM. *TR
2012-12-05
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-01-07
- VIN: KNADE123176
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, 6 MONTHS AFTER I PURCHASED MY BRAND NEW 2007 KIA RIO, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND FELT MY CAR LURCH SIMULTANEOUSLY, AS IF I HAD BEEN HIT BY A CAR. WHEN I TRIED TO RESUME BACKING UP MY CAR HAD POPPED OUT OF REVERSE. ALTHOUGH IT DOESN'T HAPPEN FREQUENTLY, IT DOES HAPPEN I HAVE HAD PEOPLE IN THE CAR WHEN IT HAPPENS. WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, I WAS TOLD THEY "COULDN'T DUPLICATE IT". *TR
2012-12-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-03
- Crash: 1
- VIN: KNADE123176
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,AIR BAGS
- Summary: TRUCK STOPPED AT STOP SIGN RAINING AT THE TIME 1304 PM GOT ON BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN AND STOP AND RAIN WET ROADS MADE THE CAR SLIDE INTO THE TRAILER HITCH OF THE TALL 4X4 TRUCK AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF ON THE RIO CAR HIT CENTER ON THE FRONT BUMPER OVER $3,000.00 IN DAMAGE TO CAR DONE TO TRUCK AND NO BAGS SET OFF SEEMS LIKE A BIG THINGS IF THE BAGS DID NOT GET SET OFF. *TR
2012-11-28
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-07-08
- VIN: KNADE123376
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND ANOTHER DRIVER ALERTED THAT THE EXTERIOR BRAKES LIGHTS WERE INOPERATIVE. THE CONTACT SPRAYED A LUBRICANT ONTO THE BRAKE LAMP SWITCH. THREE YEARS LATER THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED FOR THE MOST RECENT FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THERE WAS A RECALL ISSUED FOR OTHER 2007 KIA MODEL VEHICLES UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V130000 (COMPONENT: EXTERIOR LIGHTING: BRAKE LIGHTS: SWITCH). THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 15,000...UPDATED 01/04/13 *BF
2012-11-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-16
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: NO HEAT OR AIR, AT FIRST I COULD BUMP THE DASH AND IT WOULD COME ON, BUT NOW NOTHING. PURCHASED A NEW BLOWER MOTOR BUT STILL DOESN'T WORK. SO HAS TO BE BAD WIRES,BECAUSE NOTHING HAS POWER TO IT. I HAVE NO WAY TO DEFROST/UNFOG WINDSHIELD AND HAD TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING. *TR
2012-11-04
AIR BAGS,SEATS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-07
- VIN: KNADE123176
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEATS
- Summary: JUST AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED AT 61, 230 MILES WE HAD TO REPLACE THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT CUSHION BECAUSE THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND KIA WOULD NOT COVER IT UNDER THEIR RECALL. KIA'S SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS SC097. *TR
2012-09-17
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-02-08
- VIN: KNADE163476
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. SHE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V244000 (AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DEALER STATED SHE HAD TO PAY FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST IN ORDER TO SEE WHY THE LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
2012-07-02
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-01
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: THE DASHBOARD AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON APPROXIMATELY 1 YEAR AGO, AND WHEN I CONTACTED THE KIA DEALERSHIP WHERE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE THEY ADVISED ME THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO CHARGE ME TO SEARCH FOR THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM...I HEARD OF A RECALL ON THE KIA RIO AIRBAGS ON NHTSA AND I CALLED KIA TO ASK TO BRING MY VEHICLE IN SO THE PROBLEM COULD BE FIXED AND THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TOLD ME THAT THEY ARE UNAWARE OF ANY SUCH PROBLEMS WITH THAT VEHICLE AND WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN UNLESS I PAID TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT!!! *JS
2011-12-26
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-05-25
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: I PURCHASED TIRES FROM MANTECA TIRES IN MAY OF 2010. THE TIRES WERE YOKOHAMA PRADA TIRES FOR A TOTAL OF 359.80. I HAD THE TIRES BALANCED, ALIGNED AND ROTATED AT REGULAR INTERVALS. THE TIRES FROM DAY ONE WERE MAKING EXTREME NOISE AND I HAD NOTIFIED MANTECA TIRES THAT THE TIRES WERE CAUSING NOISE. THEY SUGGESTED TO ROTATE THEM AND USE THEM FOR A WHILE TO SEE IF THE TIRES CONTINUED TO MAKE NOISE. I DID SO AND THEN ALSO TOOK THEM IN LATER TO BE ROTATED AGAIN AND HAD THEM CHECK THE NOISE. THEY STATED THAT I SHOULD LET SOME MORE TIME GO ON THEM AND CONTINUE TO DRIVE TO SEE IF AGAIN THE NOISE WOULD GO AWAY. IT DID NOT AND THE NOISE WAS GETTING WORSE. I DID NOT FEEL THAT THESE WERE SAFE. THEY SAID I SHOULD CONTACT YOKOHAMA, WHICH I DID. THEY TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO A LOCAL TIRE COMPANY AND GET IT CHECKED OUT. YOKOHAMA WAS CLAIMING THAT THE TIRES ARE NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY BECAUSE THEY STATED THERE WAS SOME CUPPING. I TOLD THEM HOW CAN THAT BE, WHEN I NEVER HAD THIS ROAD NOISE WITH MY LAST TIRES AND I HAD THESE TIRES ROTATED, ALIGNED AND BALANCED. THEY SAID THEY WOULD OFFER A 25 % DISCOUNT ON NEW TIRES. THAT IS NOT HONORING A WARRANTY. A LITTLE OVER A YEAR LATER, A PERSON SHOULD NOT HAVE TO REPLACE TIRES. MANTECA TIRES THEN WHEN ON TO FAX THEM PAPERWORK AND TALK TO THEM, WHICH IT TOOK YOKOHAMA THREE DAYS TO GET BACK WITH THEM AND THEN THEY ONLY OFFERED A 40% DISCOUNT ON NEW TIRES. IF I HAVE BALANCED MY TIRES, ROTATED THEM AND DONE EVERYTHING I SHOULD AS A CAR OWNER AND THOSE TIRES ARE STILL MAKING NOISE, THEN IT IS CLEARLY THE FAULT OF THE TIRES. WHAT WOULD MAKE ME BUY YOKOHAMA TIRES AGAIN, EVEN AT A DISCOUNT, WHEN THEY DO NOT HONOR THE WARRANTY THEY OFFERED IN THE FIRST PLACE. THESE ARE OBVIOUSLY FAULTY TIRES AND I AM NOT THE FIRST ONE TO COMPLAIN OF THE EXTREME ROAD NOISE FROM THESE TIRES. IF YOU RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, THERE ARE SEVERAL OTHER CONSUMERS THAT HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME WITH YOKOHAMA TIRES. THEY TOO, HAVE COMPLAINED OF YOKOHAMA NOT HONORING WARRANTIES. *TR
2007 Kia Rio recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2007 Kia Rio.
2012-05-31
- Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS CORPORATION
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE
- Summary: KIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2008 RIO VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 20, 2005, THROUGH DECEMBER 9, 2007. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT SENSOR MAT CAN EXPERIENCE FATIGUE CRACKING. IF SUFFICIENT CRACKING OCCURS, THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) WILL CEASE TO FUNCTION SUCH THAT THE SYSTEM WILL NOT BE ABLE TO DETECT WHETHER A CHILD PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT AND THE AIRBAG WILL DEPLOY DURING A CRASH NECESSITATING DEPLOYMENT.
- Consequence: AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT WITH A CHILD IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT INCREASES THE RISK OF INJURY TO THAT CHILD.
- Remedy: KIA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE OCS SEAT SENSOR MAT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 26, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542.
Negative 2007 Kia Rio car reviews
Positive 2007 Kia Rio car reviews
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Hi there! I recently purchased a Kia Rio to replace my old Mazda Protege as my daily commuting car. I was looking for a car that had good gas mileage, a great air conditioning system, and a CD/FM/AM unit. I must say, I got a fantastic car for a very reasonable price! I also considered the Chevy Cobalt, but after test driving both, I was thoroughly impressed with the Kia. Although it only has a 1.6 liter engine with 110 hp, the VVT engine really does a great job. The interior may not be as luxurious as some of the Hondas and Toyotas out there, but that's reflected in the price. Plus, it's still much better than the Cobalt, which has some really *scary* plastics inside and looks quite unpleasant. Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend the Rio to anyone looking for a great car at an affordable price!
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Love it! This is my 1st new car. I'm so glad I chose this one. It's a great car at a great price.
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This is one of the better budget cars. It has decent gas mileage at a greatly affordable price. I'm 6'1
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The Kia Rio5 SX is a great car! The mileage has been excellent (though not quite what I'd expect), the ride is very good and the design is really eye-pleasing. Overall, everyone who has been in and seen this car can't believe that it is a Kia and that it comes in at such a low cost.
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The best thing about this vehicle is that it gets 30 miles to the gallon, which is especially important for me since I work 30 miles away from home. I also love how much room this little car has and how comfortable it is. It's definitely an excellent vehicle for the money. The only problem I had at first was figuring out how to put it in reverse, but once I got the hang of it, there was no longer any confusion. Overall, I'm really happy with this car!
Additional sources
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Common 2006 Kia Rio LX Problems - Q&A on Kia Rio LX Troubles
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Are you having problems with your 2007 Kia Rio?
Gust Haley 2024-09-14
Hey there! If you're looking for a car that can get you from point A to point B without any fuss, this one might be just what you need. It's great for basic transportation!
Cyrus Lueilwitz 2024-08-29
Hey there! I wanted to share some information about my car. It's a Kia that my grandparents bought in 2008 for over $12k. My grandma used it to commute to work, and in 2014, they gave it to my sister for college. At only 107k miles, the transmission and power steering needed to be rebuilt. Now, I'm the one driving it at 175k miles, and I've had to replace the battery. Unfortunately, it shakes quite a bit on the interstate and struggles to go up hills. It's not the best handling car, but it could be okay for someone else. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of Kias and would prefer a Corolla or Neon. I paid $2500 for it, but I'm looking to sell it for something else. Overall, I would give the car 2-3 stars. Let me know if you're interested!
Immanuel Conroy 2024-08-28
I purchased this car in July of 2007, brand new with only 6 miles. Although I have owned Kia's in the past, this one was quite different. Unfortunately, the gas mileage was not up to my expectations. While not all 2007 models are like this, I have heard of many that get 40+ MPG. However, I have been getting 16-18 mpg on the highway while driving at 55-65 mph. If I had the chance to go back in time, I would have chosen a Honda or a Toyota instead. Despite taking the car to 5 different dealerships, the problem was never fixed and they were unable to find one. While there is a possibility that you may be one of the lucky ones if you purchase this vehicle, there is also a chance that you may not be.
Camryn McLaughlin 2024-07-07
Although this car has some nice amenities for a cheap price, it has been unreliable since day 1. From replacing the transmission to replacing literally the whole front end, it always seems to have some issue. Additionally, the car's performance on the highway is not great, with a manual transmission staying at 3500 rpms in 5th gear at only 100km/h, resulting in poor fuel economy despite its small engine. While it can be fun to drive, it requires constant repairs and consumes a lot of fuel.
Bennie O'Keefe 2024-04-07
It seems like the suspension could have been improved.