Kia
Rio
3 UK vehicle recalls on record for this model, listed most recent first.
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Notices on record
3
Kia Rio
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CHILD LOCKS ON THE REAR DOORS MAY NOT OPERATE
R/2018/120 · 11 May 2018
11 May 2018Defect
On some Rio models the child locks on the rear doors may not operate; this is caused by the incorrect length release lever cable being installed.
Remedy
Replacement cable of correct length will be fitted to affected vehicles.
Build window
Built 10 Apr 2017 – 5 Jun 2017
~2,300 vehicles affected
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POTENTIAL FUEL LEAK
R/2004/109 · 16 Aug 2004
16 Aug 2004Defect
The possibility exists that the inlet nipple on the fuel distribution rail may crack. Should this occur the potential exists for a fuel leak additionally the risk of fire.
Remedy
Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the distribution rail and the fuel supply pipe will be changed.
Build window
Built 4 May 2000 – 31 Mar 2004
~17,764 vehicles affected
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REPROGRAMMING OF ABS ECM
R/2003/162 · 10 Nov 2003
10 Nov 2003Defect
An ABS programming error could cause reduced braking force at speeds under 40 kmh
Remedy
Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme ABSECM and RDM data
Build window
Built 27 Nov 2002 – 19 Mar 2003
~2,638 vehicles affected
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Last indexed: 2026-04-26.
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