Is the 2001 KIA Rio safe to drive?

The 2001 KIA Rio has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

What is the WHEELS recall for the 2001 KIA Rio? (Campaign #05V159000)

Your vehicle may have a manufacturing flaw in its wheels that could cause them to crack over time. This can lead to noise and vibration while driving. You should be aware of any unusual noises coming from your wheels. If a crack becomes severe, your wheel could break off and cause a loss of control, leading to a crash. Dealers will replace all four wheels for free. You can contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule an appointment.

NHTSA Campaign 05V159000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

WHEELS

What Happened

Your vehicle may have a manufacturing flaw in its wheels that could cause them to crack over time. This can lead to noise and vibration while driving. You should be aware of any unusual noises coming from your wheels.

Risk if Unfixed

If a crack becomes severe, your wheel could break off and cause a loss of control, leading to a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Dealers will replace all four wheels for free. You can contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule an appointment.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #05V159000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 05V159000

What This Recall Means

WHEELS

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?