The Lemon Index2010 Kia Rio. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | FWD | 28 / 34 / 31 | Regular | $2,000 |
| 1.6L 4-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 27 / 36 / 30 | Regular | $2,100 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 10,500 and 94,000 miles. Median 63,000, from 21 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 60,900 | 9,800–83,200 | 10 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 60% |
| Brakes | 20% |
| Steering | 10% |
| Tires | 10% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | 9 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Manufacturer communications 35
Kia filed 35 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Stabilizer bar link upper mounting nut retorqueing
- Front passenger ocs sensor mat diagnosis and replacement - this bulletin provides information…
- Muffler pipe hanger bracket replacement - revised - some rio vehicles, produced from february…
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| No | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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