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2013 Kia Rio Brakes Problems

Brakes complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2013 Kia Rio has 26 NHTSA brakes complaints and 1 brakes-related recall.

Problem Areas for the 2013 Kia Rio

Engine
32
Airbags
28
Brakes
26
Electrical
20
Other
14
Steering
10
Powertrain
5
Lights
5
Speed Control
4
Visibility
3

26

Complaints

1

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

Brakes Recalls

23V652000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Op...

All Brakes Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Jul 22, 2025SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINEThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact had notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (S...
Sep 13, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICSee attached document for complaint.
Aug 27, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Apr 22, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Apr 12, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Mar 26, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Mar 15, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Feb 15, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Feb 5, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Feb 2, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Jan 18, 2024SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact's mother owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: ...
Dec 12, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Nov 30, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Nov 22, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Nov 22, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Oct 16, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ENGINEThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Oct 4, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINEThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was smoke...
Sep 25, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Sep 25, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V6520...
Feb 21, 2023SERVICE BRAKES, AIRThe contact owns a 2013 Kia Rio. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the ABS warning ligh...

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