2010 KIA RIO Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RIO years
- Fewer complaints than other years 18th of 24 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 26 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 KIA RIO. That ranks 18th out of 24 RIO model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (12 complaints, 46%), typically at around 60,937 miles. Complaints mention 9 crashes, 8 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 26owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 9complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2010 KIA RIO problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 12 | 46% | 60,937 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 4 | 15% | 84,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 15% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 12% | 100,100 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 8% | 76,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 8% | 126,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 8% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 8% | 123,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 4% | 7 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 88,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 4% | 80,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2010 KIA RIO recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2010 KIA RIO.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owned a 2010 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while his son was driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle crashed head-on into a guard rail. During the crash, the front-end of the vehicle was severely damaged; however, no air bags were deployed. No injuries were reported; however, the…
Having to replace at least one fuel injector each year. Usually number one plug.
After driving to work approximately a 25 minutes to work i parked my vehicle and smelt something like burnt plastic. Assumed it was something in the area i work. After my shift roughly 8 hours i headed home and suddenly the car would not go more than 5 miles an hour then completely dead. After the…
Since january my 2010 kia rio has stalled at traffic stops. It usually starts again after several tries, although recently it needed a jump start. I've taken it to three mechanics who all say they can't find a code or what the problem is. I've tried gas additive, new crank shaft sensor, tune up…
Airbag indicator light on.
Other KIA RIO years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 RIO | 12 | 0 |
| 2022 RIO | 11 | 1 |
| 2021 RIO | 15 | 2 |
| 2020 RIO | 27 | 1 |
| 2019 RIO | 22 | 1 |
| 2018 RIO | 28 | 1 |
| 2017 RIO | 31 | 2 |
| 2016 RIO | 77 | 2 |
| 2015 RIO | 52 | 1 |
| 2014 RIO | 52 | 1 |
| 2013 RIO | 153 | 1 |
| 2012 RIO | 54 | 1 |
| 2011 RIO | 24 | 0 |
| 2010 | 26 | 0 |
| 2009 RIO | 39 | 0 |
| 2008 RIO | 46 | 1 |
| 2007 RIO | 46 | 1 |
| 2006 RIO | 74 | 1 |
| 2005 RIO | 37 | 1 |
| 2004 RIO | 38 | 2 |
| 2003 RIO | 74 | 3 |
| 2002 RIO | 128 | 1 |
| 2001 RIO | 223 | 3 |
| 2000 RIO | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2010 KIA RIO?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2010 KIA RIO?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2010 KIA RIO a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RIO model years, the 2010 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.