2015 Kia Rio vs 2016 Kia Rio
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Kia Rio | 2016 Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 52 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 100 | 89 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30 | 30–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,000 mi | 50,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Rio | Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 23 | 38 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 3 |
| Power Train | 1 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 7 | 7 |
| Stalling | 6 | 6 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 15 |
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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.