2022 Kia Rio
The 2022 Kia Rio earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 72/100. Expect about $34,626 to own it for five years, or $577 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 12 complaints.
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 12
- 5-yr cost
- $35k
- MPG (EPA)
- 36
2022 Kia Rio vs nearby years
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1 recall may apply
For the 2022 Kia Rio. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.
What's wrong: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.
Risk: Loss of steering control can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.
Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
5-year cost to own
Estimated $10,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.
| Depreciation | $3,423 |
| Insurance (national avg.) | $12,000 |
| Fuel / charging | $5,585 |
| Maintenance | $6,200 |
| Repairs | $2,960 |
| Loan interest | $2,843 |
| Taxes & fees | $1,615 |
Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.
Owner complaints & safety
What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.
- Unknown Or Other3
- Back Over Prevention2
- Service Brakes2
- Latches/Locks/Linkages2
- Electrical System1
- Forward Collision Avoidance1
Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
What to check on a used 2022 Kia Rio
Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.
- Driver-assist systems
- Ask if the systems work as designed and if any warnings stay on.
- Test the backup camera and parking sensors if fitted.
- Body and structure
- Look for uneven gaps, mismatched paint or rust underneath.
- Check that every door, the hood and the trunk latch properly.
- Brakes
- Press the pedal firmly: it should feel solid, not sink or pulse.
- Listen for grinding or squealing when stopping.
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.
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FAQ
- Is the 2022 Kia Rio a good car to buy?
- The 2022 Kia Rio earns a strong Throttlebook Ownership Score of 72/100. Expect about $34,626 to own it for five years, or $577 a month. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 12 complaints.
- Does the 2022 Kia Rio have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2022 Kia Rio, including Steering › Column. 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 2022 Kia Rio problems?
- Owners filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are back over prevention (2), service brakes (2), latches/locks/linkages (2), electrical system (1).
- How much does a 2022 Kia Rio cost to own for 5 years?
- About $34,626 over 5 years ($577/month) at an estimated $10,250 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.