Electrical System Related Problems of the 2002 Kia Motor RIO

Table 1 shows five common electrical system related problems of the 2002 Kia Motor RIO. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition module (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the wiring (two problems).

Table 1. Electrical System related problems of Kia Motor RIO


Recently reported Electrical System problems of the 2002 Kia Motor RIO

The Ignition Module problem

2002 kia Rio, purchased new and maintained in excellent condition with regular maintenance. Had 61,000 miles and while driving, my daughter smelled something burning, engine light came on and at the same time, smoke was coming in through the air vents.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

The consumer purchased two 2002 kia Rios, the first vehicle was fine. The other vehicle within 30 days of purchase at approximately 100 miles, died. This did not happen at any certain speed. The vehicle has been taken into the dealership over 14 times and they have not replaced anything .   Read details...

The Underhood Wiring problem

The contact owns a 2002 kia Rio. The contact smelled something burning and noticed the vehicle was on fire while parked. The fire was contained to underneath the hood and was extinguished by the contact. The vehicle was destroyed. No police report was filed.   Read details...


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