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2002 Kia Rio recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2002 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 9, 200404V179000 | Fuel system, gasoline: deliveryFUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE. DetailsHide details for campaign 04V179000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: Rio, Rio Cinco. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
Owner complaints by component152
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 46 | 30 |
| Air bags | 24 | 16 |
| Service brakes | 19 | 13 |
| Fuel system | 19 | 13 |
| Hydraulic | 18 | 12 |
| Gasoline | 18 | 12 |
| Seat belts | 16 | 11 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 8 |
| Power train | 11 | 7 |
| Suspension | 9 | 6 |
| Structure | 8 | 5 |
| Equipment | 4 | 3 |
| Visibility | 4 | 3 |
| Tires | 4 | 3 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 |
10 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Wheels
“I have had the berings replaced 2 times in the passenger side two times now and its doing it again the other side was done first .”
- Air bags
“Tl* the contact owned a 2002 kia rio. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle was involved in a front end crash. The front driver side air bag deployed aggressively and metal fragments struck the contact's face.”
- Engine
“I just got my car fixed on mon. 8/25/14. I took it in because it was idling rough. The shop put in new spark plugs and wires. It cost me $180. I drove it home. It was smooth.”
Other Kia Rio model years
- 20061 recall74 complaints
- 20051 recall37 complaints
- 20042 recalls50 complaints
- 20033 recalls82 complaints
- 20021 recall149 complaints
- 20013 recalls223 complaints
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2002 Kia Rio recall questions
How many recalls does the 2002 Kia Rio have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2002 Kia Rio. The most recent, 04V179000 (reported April 9, 2004), concerns fuel system, gasoline. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2002 Kia Rio?
Engine and engine cooling is the most-reported component, named in 46 complaints out of 152 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 29 crashs and 10 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2002 Kia Rio?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Kia recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Kia dealer.
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