2012 Kia Rio vs 2013 Kia Rio
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Kia Rio | 2013 Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 54 | 153 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 122 | 133 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 18 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 31–32 | 31–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,500 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Rio | Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 24 | 53 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 27 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 21 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 7 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 8 |
| Steering | 0 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 9 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 15 |
| Oil consumption | 5 | 6 |
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 8 |
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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.