Latches/locks/linkage Problems of Kia Motor RIO

Kia Motor RIO owners have reported 26 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 5 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (12 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's door latch (9 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Kia Motor RIO


Recently reported Latches/locks/linkage problems of Kia Motor RIO

The Latches/locks/linkage problem

The contact owns a 2022 kia Rio. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, the contact heard an abnormally loud bang and believed that the vehicle had been struck in the rear by an object.   Read details...

The Door Latch problem

Front driver's side door would not unlock in 2004. Repaired at dealership at cost to me of $300. Driver's side door will not unlock in 2007. The driver's side door is rarely used as there is only one driver of the vehicle.   Read details...

The Trunk Lid Lock problem

The contact owns a 2017 kia Rio. The contact stated she noticed a failure with attempting to open the trunk of the vehicle. The contact stated she attempted to used the key fob, but the trunk would not open in addition, the contact engaged the emergency gear and the trunk would not open.   Read details...

The Tailgate Latch problem

The contact owns a 2018 kia Rio. The contact stated while attempting to open the rear trunk a clicking noise was heard coming from the trunk as the trunk failed to open. The contact attempted multiple times to open the trunk but it would not open.   Read details...

The Hood Latch problem

While traveling at 65 mph front hood that covers motor and engine flew up and busted front window. Consumer and family felt they could have been killed.   Read details...




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