2000 Kia RIO
Only 3 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 3 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 3 |
| 2001 | 223 |
| 2002 | 128 |
| 2003 | 74 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 74 |
| 2007 | 46 |
| 2008 | 46 |
| 2009 | 39 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 54 |
| 2013 | 153 |
| 2014 | 52 |
| 2015 | 52 |
| 2016 | 79 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 28 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 |
Known problem areas
Only 3 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
1 of 3 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing front.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving there was vibration in the front end. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-10
Service brakes
1 of 3 total reports mentions: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.
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Vehicle stalled when at a stop sign. After taking vehicle to dealer the problem got worse. Mechanic stated that the engine needed to be adjusted. However, the problem recurred.
NHTSA ODI report, 2004-08-11
Air bags
1 of 3 total reports mentions: air bags.
Show complaint excerpts
Airbag light comes on dashboard. Also, a warning light, brake pedal goes all the way to the floor, and there are noises.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-05-29
Also filed under Service brakes, hydraulic
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2000 Kia RIO — pre-purchase inspection
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- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2000 Kia RIO 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 2000 Kia RIO?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 Kia RIO have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.