Five problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 2001 Kia Motor RIO. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Kia Motor RIO based on all problems reported for the 2001 RIO.
While driving at any speed and brakes were depressed steering wheel shook hard. Dealership serviced vehicle four times, rotors were turned three times, and brake system replaced once.
Consumer is reporting premature wear of the engine mounts and a rattling noise coming from the engine area,while idling or driving. Dealer notified and had replaced them. Nlm the consumer has traded this vehicle in due to all of the mechanical problems and is requesting her money back because when she had taken the vehicle the dealer, they didn't repair the problem which was to be covered by warranty. The vehicle has no power and very poor shifting. The abs and check engine light is on. The left front mirror is not working. The spark plugs are faulty/breaking down. The inner/outer bearing with seals on left rear and right rear-replaced, and the right rear hub assembly-replaced due to over tightening of the spindle nut. There's a noise in the tire(s) the dealer performed a recall that replaced the cooler hose.
At 27mph vehicle started to accelerate to 70mph with no deceleration,even when applying brakes. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.
Brakes are not working properly, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, dealer has replaced brake pad,s but problems still occurs.
Brakes would stick, and pedal would go to floor. Vehicle was not stopping. Has happened 4 different times. Been to dealership each time for repairs. Currently, brakes were making noises.