One problem related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe has been reported for the 2012 Kia Motor RIO. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2012 Kia Motor RIO based on all problems reported for the 2012 RIO.
The contact owns a 2012 kia Rio. While driving approximately 65 mph, the contact heard a thumping noise and black smoke emerged from the tail pipe. Also, the oil warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle started to lose power until it stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (southside kia, 9401 atlantic boulevard, jacksonville, florida 32225) where it was diagnosed that the engine blew out. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
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| Loud Engine Noise problems | |
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| Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems |