Kia Rio Cinco 2004
Model Rio Cinco made in 2004 by Kia got 12 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 6 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, exterior lighting and fuel system, gasoline. There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY | ||||||||||||||||
| 04V179000 | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. | from 05/04/2000 to 03/31/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 187790 | 06/18/2004 | ODI | HYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC | 04/09/2004 | 04/20/2004 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel intake nipple of the fuel distributor is subject to fracture or cracking during removal of the quick connect coupling securing the main fuel tube assembly to the fuel intake nipple, or when force is accidentally applied to the intake nipple during the vehicle assembly process or during engine compartment repairs. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies. the recall began june 18, 2004. owners should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Kia recall no. sc036.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY - CABLES | |||||
| TSB-015 | 06/01/2011 | 10041265 | Ready | 09/26/2011 | |
| TSB-015 | 06/01/2011 | 10041265 | Kia motors: installing an additional ground cable to the battery may cause sensor problems. *rm | 09/26/2011 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | |||||
| KT-2008082201 | 08/28/2008 | 10026726 | Kia: all models. article provides information relating to the improved durability of bulb life for rear combination bulb; rear stop lamp/tail lamp bulb utilized on multiple kia models. *pe | 12/09/2008 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| KT-2008082201 | 08/28/2008 | 10026726 | Kia: all models. article provides information relating to the improved durability of bulb life for rear combination bulb; rear stop lamp/tail lamp bulb utilized on multiple kia models. *pe | 12/09/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||||
| 04132004 | 04/13/2004 | 10007265 | Pending recall relating to the fuel distributor and fuel connector assemblies. kia has expanded the range of affected vehicles. *tt | 06/07/2004 | |
| PARKING BRAKE - INDICATOR LIGHT | |||||
| KT-2008082201 | 08/28/2008 | 10026726 | Kia: all models. article provides information relating to the improved durability of bulb life for rear combination bulb; rear stop lamp/tail lamp bulb utilized on multiple kia models. *pe | 12/09/2008 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 10/01/2008 | 110000 | 1 | |
| Fan control knob for heat intermittently would only work on some speeds and gradually would not work at times. it would catch every once in awhile only on high, i could smell something hot, now it does not work at all. after looking behind the cover, the clips that hold the relay switch to the knob are melted, the relay switch is burned and the wire harness is melted. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 03/07/2004 | 5000 | 7 | |
| Check engine light continued to stay on. dealer stated mass air flow sensor failed. this part had been replaced six times. however, problem recurred. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 08/12/2004 | 10 | 10/01/2002 | |
| Car has stalled numerous times. vehicle would not accelerate unless the gas pedal was depressed completely to the floor. the car has been into the dealer on 4 different occasions and three of the four times they have replaced a different part. the vacuum seal on the fuel line, the catalytic converter, and a part with a o2 sensor. each time they tell me that the problem is fixed. now there is a vibration when the car idles and a scraping sound when the car accelerates from a complete stop. the car will be in for the 5th time for this problem. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 08/12/2004 | 10 | 10/01/2002 | |
| Car has stalled numerous times. vehicle would not accelerate unless the gas pedal was depressed completely to the floor. the car has been into the dealer on 4 different occasions and three of the four times they have replaced a different part. the vacuum seal on the fuel line, the catalytic converter, and a part with a o2 sensor. each time they tell me that the problem is fixed. now there is a vibration when the car idles and a scraping sound when the car accelerates from a complete stop. the car will be in for the 5th time for this problem. *jb | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | |||
| 08/12/2004 | 10 | 10/01/2002 | |
| Car has stalled numerous times. vehicle would not accelerate unless the gas pedal was depressed completely to the floor. the car has been into the dealer on 4 different occasions and three of the four times they have replaced a different part. the vacuum seal on the fuel line, the catalytic converter, and a part with a o2 sensor. each time they tell me that the problem is fixed. now there is a vibration when the car idles and a scraping sound when the car accelerates from a complete stop. the car will be in for the 5th time for this problem. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 02/03/2005 | 18000 | 2 | |
| While driving between 30-35 mph vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating. a police office had to use his vehicle to push the consumer's vehicle to the side of the road. vehicle was towed to the dealership, where the transmission was replaced. the failure recurred while driving at highway speeds. this almost resulted in vehicle being hit by oncoming traffic. the vehicle was coasted of the highway, then towed to the dealership, who replaced the transmission again.*ak | |||
| POWER TRAIN - CLUTCH ASSEMBLY | |||
| 06/26/2006 | 10000 | 1 | 06/24/2005 |
| While on a long road trip, i experienced a problem with the clutch on my 2004 kia rio cinco. at highway speed i attempted to pass a truck when, at approximately 70 mph, the clutch partially disengaged causing my acceleration to cease. i let off the throttle and when re-engaging the throttle, the clutch slipped again. i had to let off,apply brakes, and swerve in behind the truck i was attempting to pass to avoid being struck by an oncoming truck. the car seemed to operate perfectly after this incident but i contacted customer service by phone and was told to have it looked at by a dealer as soon as possible. when i finally found a dealer that had the time to look at it a day later, i was told it was their policy to not repair clutch problems since they are called a wear item. they also told me the clutch plate looked to be badly burned but i could finish the trip if i babied it. i continued on to our final destination and have decided to sell the car. at the time of the incident described, the car only had about 10,000 miles on it. i am a professional driver and am almost the sole driver so this wasn't caused by driver abuse. i guess their are loopholes in the warranty that kia advertises so highly and they aren't afraid to lose customers when their product fails. *nm | |||
| 09/26/2005 | 9298 | 6 | 02/24/2005 |
| Car is a kia rio cinco, i have experienced what seems to be clutch slippage in all gears. car will only accelerate about 10 miles in each gear, then begins to stall and then decelerate, unless i move it to the next gear. when i reach 5th gear at about 42 miles per hour, the car will drive ok until i reach 50 and then began to decelerate, stabilizing at about 45 miles per hour. *jb | |||
| STEERING | |||
| 12/23/2004 | 34 | 4 | 12/23/2004 |
| Since day one this car has had a shake in the steering wheel at the speed of 55 - 65 mph. this car has been back to the dealer 4 times for this problem.the dealer has told me that they don't know what it is. i requested a representative come and check the car.the response that i got was, what your feeling in your steering wheel is commercialy acceptable to the industry. as a techinian myself, i believe that no new car should shake in the steering wheel. the manufacturer has declined my request to buy back my car. i need some help. all of the same cars that i drove from the dealer had the same problem. something is not right. my wife and two small children drive in this car and i can't help but think, what if something went wrong. i would have never purchased this car had i known that it would have been this much trouble. i would like the car to be repurchased . | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
| 08/14/2005 | 30000 | 1 | 02/13/2004 |
| Dt: while driving on the highway at 55-60 mph the steering went out. the car was moving on its own accord from one side of the lane to the other, and steering became unresponsive. pumping the brakes made the reaction worse. the vehicle was struck on the passenger's side , slowing the car,and steering engaged again. pulled the car over to the left shoulder of the highway.*ak | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | |||
| 03/07/2004 | 5000 | 7 | |
| Check engine light continued to stay on. dealer stated mass air flow sensor failed. this part had been replaced six times. however, problem recurred. *ak | |||
| VISIBILITY - DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER SYSTEM - WINDSHIELD - CONTROLS/WIRING | |||
| 10/01/2008 | 110000 | 1 | |
| Fan control knob for heat intermittently would only work on some speeds and gradually would not work at times. it would catch every once in awhile only on high, i could smell something hot, now it does not work at all. after looking behind the cover, the clips that hold the relay switch to the knob are melted, the relay switch is burned and the wire harness is melted. *tr | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ | PEORIA | 85382 | PEORIA KIA | 623-933-6900 |
| CT | VERNON | 06066 | SUBURBAN KIA | 860-649-6550 |
| MD | BALTIMORE | 21206 | FOREIGN MOTORS | 410-488-5050 |