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Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings · Record 13333. Retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Additional reported safety equipment · 4 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 6, 2026.
Recalls, investigations and service information +
Open safety recalls
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VIN: 3KPA24AB3KE232902
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NHTSA investigations and service information
Defect investigations
0 NHTSA investigations found for this model year
Manufacturer communications
60 communications found for this model year
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Document 11014912
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information on diagnosing and/or repairing some 2011-2024MY vehicles (refer to the tables on pages 8-9 for applicable models and engine), which may exhibit a symptom of excessive oil consumption.
Document 11017109
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information on diagnosing and/or repairing some 2011-2024MY vehicles (refer to the table on pages 9 and 10 for applicable models and engine), which may exhibit a symptom of excessive oil consumption.
Document 11017172
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, and the transmission oil cooler is transferred to the new transmission.
Document 11026698
PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver while parking, by calculating distance based on the difference in signal transmission and reception times between the vehicle (ultrasonic sensor) and an object. The membrane film of the ultrasonic sensor is used for object detention and can be damaged by stone chips or foreign substances while driving. Damage to the cover of the ultrasonic sensor can also lead to damage to the internal circuit. As a result of this external damage, the PDW system may not receive the proper signal from the ultrasonic sensor. In some cases, the system may cause a false alarm, no alert, or phantom warnings by a Warning Lamp to be displayed on the cluster. The ultrasonic sensor membrane
Document 11026825
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin provides information to install a Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector on certain 2010-2022MY Kia vehicles outlined on page 19, which may not have been equipped with an immobilizer and whose Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) / Body Control Module (BCM) did receive the Anti-Theft Software Logic upgrade under CS2301/02/03/04/05/06/07/08/09 TSBs. In an effort to help prevent thefts of Kia vehicles, a protective cover will be permanently affixed to the ignition cylinder. This Theft Deterrent Ignition Cylinder Protector prevents the removal of the key lock cylinder thereby preventing access to the ignition tumbler.
Document 11026980
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (CS2312) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting Customer Satisfaction Campaign. A software upgrade that addresses the social media theft method has been made available to owners of eligible Kia model vehicles free of charge at authorized Kia dealers since 2023. In addition to the anti-theft software, a new zinc-reinforced ignition cylinder protector hardware upgrade has been developed and can be installed at the ignition cylinder location to provide additional protection against the social media theft method. Because the subject Kia vehicles were not factory-equipped with an engine immobilizer and were previously eligible for the software upgrade, these vehicles are eligible until March 31, 2027, to have the ignition cylinder protector installedif requestedat no cost through an authorized Kia dealership
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Checked Oct 6, 2026. Records match 2019 Kia Rio, not a specific VIN.
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Vehicle information checked Oct 6, 2026. Model-level information is identified separately from equipment reported for this VIN.
Vehicle specifications
Specifications and features
VIN-decoded specifications
Engine horsepower
130 hp
Gross vehicle weight rating
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Dealer-provided specifications
Engine
Gamma 1.6L GDI 16-Valve 4-Cylinder
Dealer-listed features 8
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
VIN-decoded details come from NHTSA vPIC. Features are listed by the dealer for this vehicle; confirm equipment with the dealer.
Exact VIN decode
Factory configuration and equipment
Vehicle type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
4
Engine
1.6L · 4-cylinder
Engine manufacturer
KMC
Engine model
GDI Gamma
Manufactured in
TIJUANA, MEXICO
Source: NHTSA vPIC. Decoded Oct 6, 2026. Blank fields are omitted because manufacturer VIN reporting varies.
EPA-matched vehicle configuration
Fuel economy, emissions and ownership estimates
City
28 MPG
Highway
37 MPG
Combined
32 MPG
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
EPA vehicle category
Compact Cars
EPA engine description
SIDI
Fuel used per 100 miles
3.1 gallons
Estimated annual fuel cost
$2,100
Estimated monthly fuel cost
$175
Estimated fuel cost per 100 miles
$14.00
EPA five-year savings
$1,500
Tailpipe CO₂
280 g/mile
Greenhouse gas score
7 of 10
Fuel economy score
7 of 10
Automatic engine stop/start
Not equipped
Cylinder deactivation
Not equipped
Petroleum use
9.3 barrels/year
Matched to this vehicle's decoded configuration: Rio · Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L. Source: U.S. EPA. Retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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Safety features
Yes = VIN reported. Standard = manufacturer’s model guide. Optional = installation unconfirmed. Tap ⓘ for details.
Active Safety & Crash Avoidance
Anti-lock brakes (ABS) Dealer reported
Electronic stability control (ESC) Dealer reported
Brake assist Dealer reported
Traction control Dealer reported
Backup / rearview camera Dealer reported
Passive Safety & Structural Protection
Frontal airbags Yes
Side curtain airbags Yes
Side torso / seat airbags Yes
Seat belt pretensioners Dealer reported
Additional reported safety equipment · 25 +
Seat beltsManufacturer reported · Manual
Tire-pressure monitoringManufacturer reported · Direct
Parking AssistDealer listed
Side-Impact Air BagsDealer listed
Height adjustable front seat head restraintsDealer listed
Manual front seat head restraint controlDealer listed
Height adjustable rear seat head restraintsDealer listed
Rear mounted cameraDealer listed
ImmobilizerDealer listed
Hill Start Assist ControlDealer listed
Park Assist rear parking sensorsDealer listed
Manual rear child safety door locksDealer listed
6 airbagsDealer listed
Driver front impact airbagDealer listed
Passenger front impact airbagDealer listed
Airbag occupancy sensorDealer listed
Reflector headlightsDealer listed
Halogen headlightsDealer listed
Auto on/off headlight controlDealer listed
Front height adjustable seatbeltsDealer listed
Analog instrumentation displayDealer listed
Low tire pressure warningDealer listed
Tire mobility kitDealer listed
High mounted center stop lightDealer listed
Illuminated entryDealer listed
Equipment does not establish crash performance. Driver assistance requires an attentive driver. Confirm optional equipment and connected-service activation with the dealer. Manufacturer data: NHTSA VIN decode, checked Oct 6, 2026.
Dealer-listed features 85
Backup Camera
Parking Assist
Side-Impact Air Bags
Bluetooth
Cruise Control
Keyless Entry
Android Auto
Apple Car Play
Alloy Wheels
Interior 25
Manual tilting steering wheel
Manual telescopic steering wheel
Cloth front seat upholstery
Cloth rear seat upholstery
Manual climate control
Cabin air filter
Rear under seat climate control ducts
Bucket front seats
Driver seat with 6-way directional controls
Front seat center armrest
Front passenger seat with 4-way directional controls
Rear bench seat
Fold forward rear seatback
60-40 folding rear seats
Seating capacity: 5
Driver seat manual reclining, fore/aft control and height adjustable control
Passenger seat manual reclining and fore/aft control
Plastic front seatback upholstery
Carpet rear seatback upholstery
Air conditioning: Yes
Height adjustable front seat head restraints
Manual front seat head restraint control
Urethane steering wheel
Fixed rear seats
Height adjustable rear seat head restraints
Exterior 14
Full wheel covers
15 x 5.5-inch front and rear steel wheels
P185/65TR15 AS BSW front and rear tires
4 doors
Fully galvanized steel body panels with side impact beams
Body-colored front bumper
Body-colored rear bumper
Black grille
Black side window trim
Body-colored door handles
Monotone paint
Standard style side mirrors
Body-colored door mirrors
Black front and rear bumper inserts
Mechanical 25
Gamma 1.6L I-4 direct injection, DOHC, D-CVVT variable valve control, regular gasoline, engine with 130HP
