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2021 Kia RIO

Y6DC241BBMR220131

Vehicle record for the 2021 Kia RIO (VIN Y6DC241BBMR220131). Gray, sedan, gasoline / lpg. Registered in Donetsk. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year. Free specifications, registration region and recall data.

2 recall campaigns → Gasoline / LPG
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At a glance

LocationDonetsk, UKRAINE
ColorGray
Recall campaigns2

Vehicle identity & specifications

Make
Kia
Model
RIO
Year
2021
Body style
Sedan
Vehicle type
Passenger car
Displacement
1.6 L
Fuel type
Gasoline / LPG
Country of origin
Sweden

🧾 Window sticker / build sheet → All 2021 Kia RIO data →

📋 All factory specifications on file8 more fields from the manufacturer's VIN record (NHTSA vPIC)

🏭 Manufacturing & other

sourceua_mvs
Registration regiondonetsk
Last operation date2021-06-02
Last operation69 - РЕЄСТРАЦІЯ НОВИХ ТЗ ПО АКТУ ПРИЙОМУ-ПЕРЕДАЧІ (ДОД. 6)
PurposeЗагальний
Engine cc1591
Own weight kg1281
Total weight kg1610

Values are as reported by the manufacturer for this VIN pattern; blank or "not applicable" fields are omitted.

MPG & running costs

U.S. EPA fuel-economy estimates for the 2021 Kia RIO.

Combined36 mpg
City33 mpg
Highway41 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,850
CO₂ tailpipe249 g/mi
FuelRegular
EPA size classCompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S1)
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume17 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$2,750 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. Actual mileage varies with trim and driving conditions.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2021 Kia RIO costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,250
Fuel only$9,250
Per mile$0.12

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
160.2–172.8 in
Width
68.1 in
Height
57.1 in
Wheelbase
101.6 in
Curb weight
2,549 lb
Front track
59.4 in
Rear track
59.8 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2021 Kia RIO — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 59

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be free. Showing the 10 most recent of 59.

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION: CYLINDER PROTECTOR & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2311) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar…

Bulletin CS2311_TSB_R4 · Structure · Jun 2026

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba…

Bulletin CS2312_TSB_R2 · Structure · Jun 2026

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable Kia vehicles using the Kia Navigation Updater available at upda…

Bulletin TSB_ELE422 · Electrical System · May 2026

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: THEFT DETERRENT IGNITION CYLINDER PROTECTOR AND DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2312) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba…

Bulletin TSB_CS2312_R1 · Structure · Feb 2026

CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: POSTCARD OWNER RENOTIFICATION (CS2311) - This document is the owner renotification advising that Kia is conducting Customer Satisfaction Campaign. Kia has developed a new zinc-reinforced ignition cylinder protector hardware upgr…

Bulletin CS2311_OWNR_PC201 · Structure · Dec 2025

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 out…

Bulletin TSB_CS2312 · Structure · Dec 2025

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 own…

Bulletin CS2312_OWNR · Structure · Dec 2025

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 dis…

Bulletin PS797 · Back Over Prevention · Dec 2025

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 relat…

Bulletin TSB_TRA046_R5 · Power Train · Apr 2025

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…

Bulletin TSB_ENG222_R8 · Engine · Apr 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the RIO FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 2

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2021 Kia RIO. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Steering

Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the bolt connecting the lower steering column universal joint may not have been properly tightened. If the bolt loosens, you could lose steering control. Safety Risk: A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Kia will notify owners by mail and instruct you to bring your vehicle to a dealership to inspect…

Transport Canada #2022238 · May 2022

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake master cylinder could fail and cause reduced braking. If this happens, the driver may experience increased brake pedal travel and a change in brake pedal feel (soft or low pedal). Safety Risk: Reduced brake performance can cause extended stopping distances and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: Kia will notify owners by mail…

Transport Canada #2021730 · Dec 2021

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Kia RIO

The Kia Rio is a subcompact car manufactured by Kia, produced from 1999 to 2023.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

Safety recall campaigns 2

STEERING:COLUMN

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.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA Campaign #22V304000 · manufacturer #SC235 · 05/05/2022

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC223.

NHTSA Campaign #21V936000 · manufacturer #SC223 · 01/12/2021

Note: recall data comes from the U.S. NHTSA and covers the US-market version of this model. A car registered in Ukraine may have different campaigns — check with the manufacturer's local importer.

These are NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year, last checked 7 Oct 2026. They don't show whether this particular car has had the repair done — check this VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

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Common problems & what to inspect

Based on all 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Kia RIO, here are the most-reported problem areas — and what to check before you buy.

💥 2 involved a crash

Steering 4 reports

🔍 Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Service Brakes 3 reports

🔍 Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Power Train 2 reports

🔍 Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Engine 2 reports

🔍 Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System 1 report

🔍 Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Back Over Prevention 1 report

🔍 Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Pre-purchase checklist

Owner complaints 15

Complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of the 2021 Kia RIO.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Back up camera sometimes flips sides, so that obstacles on the right side of the car are shown on the left side of the camera screen. Sometimes the camera doesn't work at all.

NHTSA ODI #11707375

STEERING

Steering Gear Assembly completely broke at 81,000 miles. My daughter was backing up in a busy street at 5pm and lost 100 percent of steering control. Lucking cars dodged her and she didn’t get hurt or worse.

NHTSA ODI #11660866

POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Placed car in park got out to open a gate. Car took off forward even when shifter was in Park Position and almost ran a child over.

NHTSA ODI #11555136

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,BACK OVER PREVENTION

Center Console Display blank (screen black) upon startup unable to see cameras and backing up affected creating safety concern.

NHTSA ODI #11540589

SEAT BELTS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

seatbelts in rear are inoperable/anti theft not working. Kia dealership told me that its not their issue about the anti theft. I have been told on 3 separate occasions that my seatbelts have been ordered but they haven’t!!!! No one is following up with me, when I call I get told “until they can get in contact with the dealership Kia the corporate company can…

NHTSA ODI #11520150

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

At speeds over 20 miles per hours there is a “flapping” noise that sounds like a bag or piece of paper that is blowing in the wind. Although I don’t know were the noise originates, I can hear it clearly from the driver’s side b-pillar. It is incredibly annoying and greatly diminishes what is otherwise a solid entry, level vehicle.

NHTSA ODI #11513877

STEERING,LANE DEPARTURE

On 3/19/23, as I was driving on a dry, straight, two lane road at the posted speed of 40mph, the car began to try to steer into oncoming traffic. I had to exert moderate force to keep the car in my lane. This continued continuously for about 1/2 mile. No low tire pressure indicator lights were illuminated, however the lane assist icon was on and green, indic…

NHTSA ODI #11512905

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The contol post for lights, turn signal, and high beams is too sensitive. To control the lights, you twist the top of lever. To turn on turn signals, you flip the lever up or down. To turn on brights, the lever goes forward. To turn of lights, the lever is pulled back. The issue..... If you have brights on, when you pull lever back to dim lights, the top…

NHTSA ODI #11500633

+ 7 more complaints on record.

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Are there safety recalls on the 2021 Kia RIO?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2021 Kia RIO model year. That covers the model year, not this individual car: to see whether a specific vehicle still needs a recall repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What fuel economy does the 2021 Kia RIO get?

The 2021 Kia RIO has a U.S. EPA estimate of 36 mpg combined (33 city / 41 highway).

Recall data checked 7 Oct 2026 · Sources: NHTSA (recalls & complaints), U.S. EPA (fuel economy), NHTSA vPIC (specifications). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.