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2016 Kia Rio Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2016 Kia Rio has 5 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2016 Kia Rio

Engine
22
Brakes
14
Other
13
Electrical
8
Powertrain
5
Airbags
4
Steering
3

5

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

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

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 29, 2023POWER TRAINIgnition getting stuck in acc car can’t go anywhere can’t turn key off steering wheel won’t lock no ...
Jun 1, 2023POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROLThe contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle...
Aug 30, 2022POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMon 08.30.22 while driving on the interstate I75 going approx. 75 mph my vehicle just lost speed and ...
Apr 24, 2017POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 KIA RIO. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO...
Aug 22, 1998POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINEI HAVE 2016 KIA RIO LX AND I BEEN HAVE PROBLEMS WITH IT FIRST IT WAS MY WIDOW SWITCH KEEP RUBBING SO...

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