2016 Kia Rio vs 2018 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 | 2016 Kia Rio | 2018 Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 77 | 28 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 70 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 30–31 | 32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Kia Rio | Kia Rio |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 38 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 5 |
| Power Train | 5 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 15 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 5 |
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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.