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US recalls (1)
Steering: column
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Canadian recalls (1)
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Steering
2022-05-06 · campaign 2022-238 · 6 vehicles
Issue:
On a small number of vehicles, the bolt connecting the lower steering column universal joint may not have been properly tightened. If the bolt loosens, you could lose steering control.
Safety Risk:
A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions:
Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and tighten the lower steering column universal joint bolt, as necessary.
Owner complaints (12)
Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Kia Rio (2 crashes, 1 injuries reported). Among 24 model years of this model, it ranks #22 for the most complaints (median 39).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Unknown or other | 3 | |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | |
| Service brakes | 2 | |
| Back over prevention | 2 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | |
| Steering | 1 | |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2022 Kia Rio.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2022 Kia Rio 4 DR FWD | – | – | – | – |
| 2022 Kia Rio 5 HB FWD | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2022 Kia Rio version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Rio 1.6 L Automatic (AV-S1) | 33 | 41 | 36 | $1,850 |
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