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2018 Kia Rio recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2018 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 |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Aug 9, 202121V622000 | Latches/locks/linkages: trunk lid latchA person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V622000
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Owner complaints by component28
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 15 | 54 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 18 |
| Air bags | 5 | 18 |
| Unknown or other | 5 | 18 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 7 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 7 |
| Seats | 1 | 4 |
| Structure | 1 | 4 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 4 |
| Power train | 1 | 4 |
| Steering | 1 | 4 |
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
- Electrical system
“The Components that have malfunctioned are the airbags, exaust system, electrical systems, sensors, gaskets, and a few other things. We had 5 failed clockspring repairs.”
- Engine
“Vehicle has excessive oil consumption defect acknowledged in Kia TSB ENG222. Repeated catalytic converter failures indicate potential overheating risk similar to 2019 Gamma engine recall for fire hazard.”
- Electrical system
“The first problem part is the airbag. The clockspring was fixed twice under warranty. Then the dealership said they wont keep doing it and blamed me wrongly.”
Other Kia Rio model years
- 20221 recall11 complaints
- 20212 recalls15 complaints
- 20201 recall27 complaints
- 20191 recall22 complaints
- 20181 recall28 complaints
- 20172 recalls31 complaints
- 20162 recalls77 complaints
- 20151 recall52 complaints
- 20141 recall52 complaints
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2018 Kia Rio recall questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Kia Rio have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2018 Kia Rio. The most recent, 21V622000 (reported August 9, 2021), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Kia Rio?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 15 complaints out of 28 filed with NHTSA (54%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 2 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2018 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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