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2004 Kia rio Electrical Problems

Electrical complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2004 Kia rio has 4 NHTSA electrical complaints and 0 electrical-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2004 Kia rio

Engine
12
Suspension
8
Powertrain
7
Electrical
4
Fuel System
3
Airbags
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Electrical Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 1, 2024ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHERI bought this car used a little less than a week ago. There was a thumping noise under the hood so ...
Nov 16, 2009ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE ENGINE COMPLETELY...
Oct 1, 2008ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VISIBILITYFAN CONTROL KNOB FOR HEAT INTERMITTENTLY WOULD ONLY WORK ON SOME SPEEDS AND GRADUALLY WOULD NOT WORK...
Jul 28, 2005ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLDT: THE CONTACT STATED VEHICLE JERKED AND CUT OUT. WHEN THIS HAPPENED THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME , ON ...

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