Is the 2020 Kia Rio a good car to buy?

Yes — the 2020 Kia Rio has an HXSCar buy confidence score of 84/100, based on NHTSA recall and complaint data. Standard pre-purchase inspection is still recommended.

Are there any recalls for the 2020 Kia Rio?

Yes, the 2020 Kia Rio has 1 recall on file with NHTSA.

Is the 2020 Kia Rio at risk of flood damage?

HXSCar rates the 2020 Kia Rio's flood damage risk as high, based on historical flood events near its model year.

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2020 Kia Rio

84/100 — BuyHigh Flood Risk

Government recall data, consumer complaints & safety ratings

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Recall History

1 total

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.
Campaign: 21V936000

Safety Ratings

Overall

Not Rated

Front Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

Not Rated

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