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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data
2020 Kia Rio recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2020 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 |
|---|---|
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Dec 1, 202121V936000 | Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components master cylinderReduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V936000
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Owner complaints by component27
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown or other | 8 | 30 |
| Electrical system | 5 | 19 |
| Power train | 5 | 19 |
| Engine | 5 | 19 |
| Steering | 4 | 15 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 11 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 7 |
| Wheels | 2 | 7 |
| Seats | 1 | 4 |
| Suspension | 1 | 4 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 4 |
| Air bags | 1 | 4 |
| Seat belts | 1 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 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
“My 2020 Kia Rio S caught fire spontaneously while parked and unattended for 5 hours at my work parking lot. The vehicle was turned off and had not been involved in a collision.”
- Power train
“The contact owns a 2020 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while coming to a stoplight, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle did not need to be restarted.”
- Service brakes
“Upon stopping at a red light and or stop sign, when applying brakes, the car continues to move forward, even after pumping the brakes. Vehicle has been diagnosed by a certified auto mechanic.”
Other Kia Rio model years
- 20230 recalls12 complaints
- 20221 recall11 complaints
- 20212 recalls15 complaints
- 20201 recall27 complaints
- 20191 recall22 complaints
- 20181 recall28 complaints
- 20172 recalls31 complaints
- 20162 recalls77 complaints
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- 2020 Sedona1 recall20 complaints
- 2020 Forte0 recalls78 complaints
- 2020 Telluride7 recalls773 complaints
- 2020 Niro3 recalls63 complaints
- 2020 Stinger6 recalls16 complaints
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2020 Kia Rio recall questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Kia Rio have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2020 Kia Rio. The most recent, 21V936000 (reported December 1, 2021), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Kia Rio?
Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 8 complaints out of 27 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 3 crashs and 5 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2020 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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