Does the 2014 Kia Rio have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Kia Rio, including Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2014 Kia Rio problems?

Owners filed 52 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (24), service brakes (10), hydraulic (7), air bags (7).

How much does a 2014 Kia Rio cost to own for 5 years?

About $34,468 over 5 years ($574/month) at an estimated $5,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2014 Kia Rio

The 2014 Kia Rio earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 72/100. Expect about $34,468 to own it for five years, or $574 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 52 complaints.

Recalls: 1
Complaints: 52
5-yr cost: $34k
MPG (EPA): 30

Strong

Ownership Score

2014 Kia Rio vs nearby years

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1 recall may apply

For the 2014 Kia Rio. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

Park-it warning

What's wrong: Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Risk: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024 through June 18, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $5,750 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$34,468

$574/month · $0.57/mile

Depreciation	$1,300
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$6,700
Maintenance	$7,480
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$1,643
Taxes & fees	$1,345

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

52 complaints7 involved a crash8 involved a fire

Engine24
Service Brakes10
Hydraulic7
Air Bags7
Unknown Or Other6
Power Train6

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 4 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2014 Kia Rio 5 HB FWD

What to check on a used 2014 Kia Rio

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Brakes
- Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
- Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.
Airbags
- The airbag light should come on at start-up and then go out.
- Ask for proof that any airbag recalls were completed.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

Common 2014 Kia Rio problems

FAQ

Is the 2014 Kia Rio a good car to buy?: The 2014 Kia Rio earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 72/100. Expect about $34,468 to own it for five years, or $574 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 52 complaints.
Does the 2014 Kia Rio have recalls?: NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2014 Kia Rio, including Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2014 Kia Rio problems?: Owners filed 52 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (24), service brakes (10), hydraulic (7), air bags (7).
How much does a 2014 Kia Rio cost to own for 5 years?: About $34,468 over 5 years ($574/month) at an estimated $5,750 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.