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KIA RIO 1.0 T-GDI 120hp DynamicLine common faults.

2017–2020, hatchback, petrol, 120 HP.

The fault list covers: G3LC engine, A6GF1 transmission.

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No fault write-up yet. 3 recalls.

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KIA RIO 1.0 T-GDI 120hp DynamicLine

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Official recall3 recallsShow

The manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done.

Most recent: 24 August 2023

23V594000LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCHLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH24 August 2023 · NHTSA (USA)

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278.

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21V936000SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDERSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER1 December 2021 · NHTSA (USA)

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.

Risk: Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC223.

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21V622000LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCHLATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH9 August 2021 · NHTSA (USA)

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Forte 4-door, Forte Koup 2-door, and 2018-2019 Rio 4-door vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

Risk: A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 10, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC216.

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Engine and transmission

G3LC · 1.0

74–88 kW (101–120 HP) · petrol

A6GF1 · 6-speed automatic (Hyundai/Kia A6GF1)

automatic · 6 speed

Torque limit216 Nm
MakerHyundai/Kia

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Variant data

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Factory data

Trim
-GDI 120hp DynamicLine
Body
hatchback
Fuel
petrol
Transmission
automatic
Engine size
998 cc
Power
88 kW (120 HP)
Drive
FWD
Production
2017–2020

Factory service interval

The manufacturer specifies this for this version. Of the mileage and the time, the one that comes first is the one that counts.

  • Air filter

    • 60,000 km or 4 years

  • Cabin (pollen) filter

    • 30,000 km or 2 years

  • Brake fluid change

    • first: 3 years, then 2 years(first change at 3 years, then every two years)

  • Spark plugs, petrol

    • 60,000 km or 6 years
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