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2003 Kia Rio Airbags Problems

Airbags complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2003 Kia Rio has 4 NHTSA airbags complaints and 0 airbags-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2003 Kia Rio

Engine
16
Brakes
14
Electrical
11
Powertrain
10
Seat Belts
8
Suspension
4
Airbags
4
Fuel System
4
Steering
4
Structure
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

5

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Airbags Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Apr 2, 2009AIR BAGSTRAVELING APROX 30 MPH, REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOCK ON ANY PASSENGERS, AIRB...
Sep 7, 2006AIR BAGSDRIVING DOWN I-65, AND A SEMI TRUCK TRIED GETTING OVER INTO MY LANE. I DROVE INTO THE MEDIUM, LOST ...
May 9, 2004AIR BAGSWHILE DRIVING 45 MPH THE VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH A DEER. THE DUAL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NO INJURIES ...
Sep 1, 2003AIR BAGSCONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION. UPON IMPACT, BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED T...

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