Kia Motor RIO owners have reported 29 visibility related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 12 most common visibility problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiper (11 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's windshield (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
A deer ran out in front of me. I hit it head on. My hood unlatched and flew up and the hinges cut into the very top of the fenders. I don’t think a hood is supposed to pop open like this. Read details...
Car has suffered repeated stress cracks of windshield. Cracks start at same spot on windshield. Repaired once under warranty with huge hassle with dealership and repaired again by owner when car out of warranty. Read details...
Driving in traffic, made right turn into driveway at 30 mph and the engine died, steering was now unassisted. I rolled the car into a parking spot. The car started upon my return to the car. This has happened at least 6 other times since I've owned the vehicle. Read details...
Windows fog up, defroster does not defrost side windows, resulting in not being able to see out of side windows. Read details...
Right rear passenger window shattered when drivers door was closed, dealer and manufacturer refused to cover under warrant. I had to pay $247. 00 to have repaired. Read details...