Kia Rio recalls
Recalls to 31 Oct 2026, from DVSA's file. Each recall shows its own launch date.
DVSA lists 4 safety recalls naming the Kia Rio, launched from 2003 to 2024. Most recalls cover only cars built in certain dates or chassis number ranges, so check a specific car on GOV.UK's recall check.
Kia Rio recalls at a glance
- Recalls
- 4
- 2003 to 2024
- Latest recall
- 5 December 2024
- R/2024/465
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
Every Kia Rio recall
Newest first. The concern is the part or system affected, the defect is what can go wrong, and the remedy is what the manufacturer does to put it right.
Kia HECU Fuse Replacement
R/2024/465, launched 5 December 2024. Also covers the Carens, Optima, Picanto, Sorento, Soul, Sportage
Defect: The HECU hydraulic electronic control unit of affected vehicles equipped with Anti-lock Brake Systems ABS and Electronic Stability Control ESC could leak internally and cause an electrical short over time. In extreme cases the HECU could overheat with a possible risk of an under bonnet fire.
Remedy: The recall will replace the fuses in the junction box with a lower rated version.
CHILD LOCKS ON THE REAR DOORS MAY NOT OPERATE
R/2018/120, launched 11 May 2018, 2,300 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: On some Rio models the child locks on the rear doors may not operate; this is caused by the incorrect length release lever cable being installed.
Remedy: Replacement cable of correct length will be fitted to affected vehicles.
POTENTIAL FUEL LEAK
R/2004/109, launched 16 August 2004, 17,764 vehicles affected across the models it covers
Defect: The possibility exists that the inlet nipple on the fuel distribution rail may crack. Should this occur the potential exists for a fuel leak additionally the risk of fire.
Remedy: Likely to be affected vehicles will be recalled at which time the distribution rail and the fuel supply pipe will be changed.
REPROGRAMMING OF ABS ECM
R/2003/162, launched 10 November 2003, 2,638 vehicles affected across the models it covers. Also covers the Carens, Sedona
Defect: An ABS programming error could cause reduced braking force at speeds under 40 kmh
Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and reprogramme ABSECM and RDM data
Source: DVSA RecallsFile.csv, recalls launched from 1992 to October 2026, downloaded 31 October 2026. Open Government Licence v3.0.
What to do next
If you own a Kia Rio, check its registration on GOV.UK and ask a Kia dealer whether any recall work is outstanding. If you are buying one, ask the seller for proof the work was done, and run a Motoring Insider history check for finance, write-offs and the MOT history.