How many brake complaints does the 2016 Kia Rio have?

NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2016 Kia Rio, which is 23% of all 77 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall on the 2016 Kia Rio?

Yes. Recall campaign 23V652000 covers the service brakes hydraulic system on the 2016 Rio and other Kia models. The remedy tells owners to park outside and away from structures until the repair is completed, and dealers will replace the affected part.

At what mileage do 2016 Kia Rio brake problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 52,500 for brake-related complaints on the 2016 Rio.

Did the 2016 Kia Rio brake issues cause any crashes?

NHTSA recorded 2 crashes and 0 injuries linked to complaints in the Brakes category for the 2016 Rio, plus 1 fire report in the broader complaint set for that year.

Why do owners complain about the brake recall specifically?

Most brake complaints for the 2016 Rio describe delays in getting recall 23V652000 parts, with owners saying the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable time to complete the repair.

2016 Kia Rio Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2016 Kia Rio, 23% of all complaints filed for that year, with a median mileage at failure of 52,500. A related recall (23V652000) covers the hydraulic brake system, and owners report long delays getting parts to complete the repair.

Brakes complaints: 18; 23% of 77
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 52,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal suddenly going to the floor during stop-and-go driving, in one case resulting in a crash after braking failed to stop the car.
Multiple owners describe receiving notice of recall 23V652000 for the hydraulic brake system but being told replacement parts were not yet available at the dealer.
Several complaints describe the recall repair being delayed well beyond what owners considered a reasonable timeframe, with dealers confirming parts backorders lasting months.
One owner referenced the recall as the 'HECu fuse recall' and said it had gone unresolved for over six months.
One owner reported that the Tire Pressure Monitoring System and Anti-lock Brake light illuminated together during a steering-related loss-of-control incident, though the primary problem was steering, not braking.

When 2016 Kia Rio brake complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 18, 2023, latest Jul 12, 2024.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2023 to Jul 2024; peak Apr 2024 (7).

Brakes recalls for the 2016 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 2016 Kia Rio have?: NHTSA lists 18 brake complaints for the 2016 Kia Rio, which is 23% of all 77 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall on the 2016 Kia Rio?: Yes. Recall campaign 23V652000 covers the service brakes hydraulic system on the 2016 Rio and other Kia models. The remedy tells owners to park outside and away from structures until the repair is completed, and dealers will replace the affected part.
At what mileage do 2016 Kia Rio brake problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 52,500 for brake-related complaints on the 2016 Rio.
Did the 2016 Kia Rio brake issues cause any crashes?: NHTSA recorded 2 crashes and 0 injuries linked to complaints in the Brakes category for the 2016 Rio, plus 1 fire report in the broader complaint set for that year.
Why do owners complain about the brake recall specifically?: Most brake complaints for the 2016 Rio describe delays in getting recall 23V652000 parts, with owners saying the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable time to complete the repair.