How many brake complaints does the 2013 Kia Rio have?

NHTSA lists 31 brake complaints for the 2013 Kia Rio, which is 20% of the 153 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Kia Rio?

Yes. Recall campaign 23V652000 covers the service brakes (hydraulic) system and advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Rio?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2013 Rio is 87,000 miles.

Did the 2013 Kia Rio brake issues cause any fires or crashes?

Owners reported 3 fires associated with the brakes complaint area, but no crashes and no injuries were listed in NHTSA data.

2013 Kia Rio Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 31 brake complaints for the 2013 Kia Rio, 20% of all complaints for the year, at a median failure mileage of 87,000. A related brake recall (23V652000) exists, and owners reported 3 fires tied to this area.

Brakes complaints: 31; 20% of 153
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 3
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 87,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Some owners report the brake pedal being fully depressed while the vehicle failed to stop or continued to accelerate.
Several complaints describe brake failure accompanied by smoke or fire coming from under the hood or the center of the vehicle.
Owners report the parking brake failing to hold the vehicle in place, causing it to roll backward on inclines.
The ABS warning light has illuminated with dealers stating the ABS unit needed replacement, with no recall applying to that specific failure.
Multiple owners who received recall notice 23V652000 for the hydraulic service brakes reported the repair part was not yet available at their dealer.

When 2013 Kia Rio brake complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 15, 2015, latest Apr 20, 2026.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2015 to Apr 2026; peak Dec 2023 (4).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Kia Rio

NHTSA 23V652000Sep 25, 2023Brakes1,730,192 vehiclesPark Outside
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
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.
Remedy: 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.

Brakes complaints by Rio model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20104 (15%)
20114 (17%)
20127 (13%)
201331 (20%)
201410 (19%)
201512 (23%)
201618 (23%)
20177 (23%)
20181 (4%)
20192 (10%)
20203 (11%)
20213 (20%)
20222 (18%)
20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2013 Kia Rio have?: NHTSA lists 31 brake complaints for the 2013 Kia Rio, which is 20% of the 153 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Kia Rio?: Yes. Recall campaign 23V652000 covers the service brakes (hydraulic) system and advises owners to park outside and away from structures until repaired.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Rio?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on the 2013 Rio is 87,000 miles.
Did the 2013 Kia Rio brake issues cause any fires or crashes?: Owners reported 3 fires associated with the brakes complaint area, but no crashes and no injuries were listed in NHTSA data.