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NHTSA model-year recall report

2001 Kia RIO Recalls

3 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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3

NHTSA campaigns

3

Affected systems

0

Urgent advisories

Apr 20, 2005

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is above the Kia RIO average of 1.4 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Wheels, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2001 Kia RIO recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 05V159000

Wheels

Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Reported Apr 20, 2005

What is recalled

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING FLAW THAT COULD CAUSE THE WHEELS TO CRACK UNDER LONG TERM DRIVING FATIGUE. IF CRACKS OCCUR, WHEEL NOISE AND VIBRATION WILL RESULT AND BECOME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER TIME.

Safety consequence

IF THE CRACK IS SEVERE, THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 04V179000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery

Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Reported Apr 9, 2004

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL INTAKE NIPPLE OF THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR IS SUBJECT TO FRACTURE OR CRACKING DURING REMOVAL OF THE QUICK CONNECT COUPLING SECURING THE MAIN FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLY TO THE FUEL INTAKE NIPPLE, OR WHEN FORCE IS ACCIDENTALLY APPLIED TO THE INTAKE NIPPLE DURING THE VEHICLE ASSEMBLY PROCESS OR DURING ENGINE COMPARTMENT REPAIRS.

Safety consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR AND MAIN FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN JUNE 18, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 03V352000

Fuel System, Gasoline

Manufacturer: KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

Reported Sep 24, 2003

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, FUEL LEAKS MAY DEVELOP AT THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY BECAUSE OF QUALITY DEVIATIONS.

Safety consequence

FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR AND FUEL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2001 Kia RIO recall questions

How many recalls does the 2001 Kia RIO have?

This verified dataset contains 3 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2001 Kia RIO. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2001 Kia RIO?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology