2013 Kia Rio recalls
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2013 Kia Rio. Each is fixed free of charge by a Kia dealer.
Key takeaways
- 1 NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2013 Kia Rio.
- Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer, with no expiry for safety recalls.
- Confirm with your VIN - a model-year recall may not include your car.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Campaign 23V652000 · 2023-09-25park outside and away from buildings until repaired.
Defect: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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Recall records are published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and shown here as received. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, so the definitive check is your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.