MYRModel Year Report

2002 Kia RIO Cinco

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2002 Kia RIO Cinco
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:00:50.395Z

Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Kia RIO Cinco Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2001: 0 complaints 2001 2002: 21 complaints 2002 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 12 complaints 2004
2002: 21 complaints
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YearComplaints
20010
200221
20038
200412

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 21 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.

POWER TRAIN

2 of 21 total reports mention: power train.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

2 of 21 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

FIRE
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 21 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

INJURY
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WHILE DRIVING CONSUMER SMELLED A ROTTEN EGG ODOR COMING THROUGH THE VENTS. THE CONSUMER INDICATED THAT THE SMELL WAS HYDROGEN SULFIDE (KIA RECALL SC034).

NHTSA ODI report, 20041108

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20040618 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL INTAKE NIPPLE OF THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR IS SUBJECT TO FRACTURE OR CRACKING DURING REMOVAL OF THE QUICK CONNECT COUPLING SECURING THE MAIN FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLY TO TH

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR AND MAIN FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLIES. THE RECALL BEGAN JUNE 18, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.

Campaign 04V179000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Kia RIO Cinco — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V179000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Kia RIO Cinco reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Kia RIO Cinco?

The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 14% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Kia RIO Cinco have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.