How many recalls does the 2008 Kia Rio have?

The 2008 Kia Rio has 1 recall on record from Transport Canada and NHTSA.

What is the most recent recall for the 2008 Kia Rio?

The most recent recall was issued on May 31, 2012 and relates to the air bags:frontal:sensor/control module-inactive system.

Is the 2008 Kia Rio affected by any Canadian recalls?

There are currently no Transport Canada recalls on record for the 2008 Kia Rio.

2008 Kia Rio

NHTSA (USA)High Risk

May 31, 2012

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

At a glance

What can fail

The front passenger seat sensor mat can develop fatigue cracks. If cracking becomes severe, the occupant detection system stops working and cannot sense a child passenger, causing the airbag to deploy in a crash.

What the fix does

Kia dealers will replace the seat sensor mat at no cost. Contact Kia Consumer Assistance at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule service.

72,568 vehicles affected

NHTSA Campaign #12V244000 — full official notice →

Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.

2008 Kia Rio

2008 Kia Rio Recalls

1 Recall

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