2008 Kia Rondo vs 2009 Kia Rondo
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Kia Rondo | 2009 Kia Rondo |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 97 | 72 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 28 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 21–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 70,000 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Rondo | Kia Rondo |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 8 | 31 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 14 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 4 |
| Engine | 11 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 10 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 2 |
| Suspension | 10 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 9 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 7 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2008 Kia Rondo
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.