2002 Kia Rio: engine stalls while driving

Filed Sep 1, 2010 · Engine · 103,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 kia rio. While the contact was driving approximately 2-5 MPH in the residence driveway, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer where they informed that the failure was related to the timing belt. The technician advised that the engine would need to be replaced. Also, previously the spark plugs, and crank shaft position sensor were replaced by the dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the compliant. The failure mileage was 103,000. Updated 01/14/11 *bf updated 03/01/11 updated 04/1511

Filed Mar 20, 2007 · Engine, Fuel system · 78,780 miles · GA · crash

Tl* - the contact owns a 2002 kia rio. While driving at 35 MPH the vehicle stalled and the engine lost power. The steering, the brakes and the emergency brake were locked, the contact was unable to steer the vehicle or stop it which caused a crash with a van. The failure mileage was 77,000. There were no injuries. The vehicle was repaired three times due to the failure. The mechanic stated that the failure was due to the fuel injection system, and later claimed it was the timing belt. The contact experienced the failure after the vehicle was repaired. All of the repairs were at cost to the contact. The dealer stated there were no recalls for this year, make and model. Advised the contact of the federal safety agency recall#04v179000: fuel system, gasoline:delivery. The current mileage was 78,000. *ak customer did receive a recall letter in the mail. Updated 4/9

Filed Aug 2, 2006 · Engine · 15,000 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated that the vehicle stalled on a semifrequent basis, every six months. The vehicle was taken two dealerships who have been unable to repair the vehicle. The contact reference a recall on engine stalling however a recall number was not identified. The contact identified the vehicle as unreliable, and unsafe to drive.

Filed Jun 3, 2006 · Engine · OK

Since buying this car in 2002 it has stalled several times and been taken to the dealership as often without the issue being resolved. Dealer stated that they could not find the problem (they cleaned the throttle body) and had another client's car that did the same thing and couldn't fix it either. We have used fuel injector cleaner, which worked for 6 months until now. This car is a lemon and is dangerous at intersections and on the highway when it stalls!! Lemon law papers will be filed if not resolved very soon!!

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Engine · PA

Car stalls at random times. Warm or cold does not matter. Happens about once every 8 months. Have read hundreds of such complains on the internet, most simply do not take the time to post where it matters.

Filed Jun 6, 2005 · Electrical, Fuel system · CA

2002 kia rio stalling during driving, check engine light on, concerned for my safety. Three time compliant to el cajon mazda kia, first time they said(nothing wrong) 2nd (the computer need reprogram) today again back to dealer, I am afraid for my safety

Filed Mar 26, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · CA

Since purchasing this car in nov. 2001, it has given me numerous problems. I have had the struts replaced under warranty for leaking oil, it has stalled more times than I can count, causing concerns about my and my family's safety,and recently the engine cut off without warning while exiting the freeway. The engine is now frozen and since I've reached my 60,000 mile mark, the dealership is hesitant to fix it under warranty. This is truly an expensive lemon.

Filed Dec 11, 2004 · Fuel system · 30,000 miles · HI

Over the last month my car has stalled out over ten times, usually during heavy traffic. I have taken it to the dealer three times but they have not been able to duplicate or fix the problem. According to them the engine light needs to be on; once it stalled and the light came on, I immediately drove it to the dealer but the technicians said it was not on when they restarted the car. The car also runs rough and feels like it loses power intermittently. I have lost all confidence in the car and worry about where and when it may stall out. The service people have been very helpful and respectful but the problem has become so bad I may need to file lemon law papers.

Filed Oct 7, 2004 · Airbags, Seat belts · LA · crash

While driving 10 mp and turning the vehicle stalled. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection , and the mechanic could not duplicate the problem. The passenger front seat belt was inoperative. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection again, and the mechanic replaced the seat belt. However, the problem recurred. Then, vehicle was involved in a frontal collision and both frontal air bags failed to deploy. This information was provided by mrs. Sikakoy's daughter leslie sanchez.

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Engine · 33,404 miles · FL

Vehicle stalled at highway speed. Dealer was contacted, and dealer replaced a module. Three months later, the same problem occurred. *ak vehicle stalls at any speed. Air conditioner exhibit bad smell.

Filed Feb 2, 2004 · Engine · 2,000 miles · CA

While driving at any speed or accelerating from a complete stop the vehicle will stalled without warning. The dealership has service the vehicle several times but has been unable to fix the problem.

Filed Dec 22, 2003 · Engine · 23,000 miles · LA

After filling the fuel tank the warning light illuminated. Then, vehicle stalled. Consumer managed to pull over. Dealership was notified, but was unable to resolve the problem.