2021 Kia RIO Recalls
2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.
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Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.
Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC223.
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database
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About 2021 Kia RIO Recalls
The 2021 Kia RIO has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC, STEERING. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Kia dealership.
If you own a 2021 Kia RIO, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Kia. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.
To get your 2021 Kia RIO recall repaired, contact your nearest Kia dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.
The Kia RIO has a total of 14 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Kia RIO recalls →
2021 Kia RIO Recall FAQs
How many recalls does the 2021 Kia RIO have?
The 2021 Kia RIO has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.
What parts are affected by the 2021 Kia RIO recalls?
The 2021 Kia RIO recalls affect the following components: SERVICE BRAKES HYDRAULIC, STEERING.
Are 2021 Kia RIO recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Kia dealership with your recall campaign number.
How do I check if my 2021 Kia RIO has an open recall?
Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.