2004 Kia Rio: check engine light

Filed Dec 12, 2006 · Engine · 80,382 miles · CA

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70 MPH on normal road conditions a lost of engine power was noticed. There were no engine warning lights to alert the contact of an engine problem. The vehicle was taken to an independent certified mechanic who determined the engine blew out due to the presence of coolant mixed with the engine oil and recommended engine peplacement. The dealership and manufacturer have not been contacted. The vehicle remained inoperable. The contact was concern because the vehicle has been under regular maintenace since the purchase date

Filed Jul 17, 2006 · Body, Brakes · 5,529 miles · MA

Dt*: the contact stated that since the vehicle was purchased on january 19th 2005, it has been experiencing problems with the carburetor and a bad odor that comes from the engine. The vehicle was also sold to the contact without notification of recall defect to the carburetor. The vehicle was taken to the dealers to have a part replaced to remedy problems with the carburetor but vehicle consistently experiences the same problems. The vehicle was taken back on ten other occasions for services related to the problem. The vehicle was than taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the problem was related to fuel injection system. The manufacturer was notified and provided a referral to another dealers for service. The vehicle has been taken to the recommended dealer for service. The engine light illuminated, however the dealer refused to address the problem. The vehicle was pulling to the right, an alignment was performed. The consumer heard a wind noise while driving. The brakes were making a loud noise. Updated 08/01/06.

Filed Nov 23, 2005 · Acceleration, Electrical · 22,957 miles · TN

Dt: the contact stated vehicle jerked and cut out. When this happened the engine light came , on and there was a burning smell. The vehicle was taken to the dealership seven times, and they stated it was an electrical problem. They replaced the electrical throttle module every time, and stated there was a poor connection at the engine bulk. The problem has not been corrected at this time.

Filed May 4, 2005 · Fuel system · WA

Contact states: the dealer described the problem as a fuel compatibility/temperature problem. Contact says that the vehicle runs rough when cold, and that it cuts out when changing gears. Dealer recommended that he would let his vehicle warm up before he begins to drive, and he always does. However, problem recurred. Dealer fixed the check engine light. Vehicle has been in shop several times for warranty work. No prior warning to the failure.

Filed Nov 5, 2004 · Engine · 206 miles · SC

Check engine soon light came on and there was not acceleration while in 1st gear. Replaced fuel injector harness. *bf the dealer also replaced the air cleaner lid with a newly designed one, mass air flow sensor and tightened pin connectors.

Filed Aug 30, 2004 · Engine · TX

While driving check engine light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Vehicle overheated. This caused the vehicle to stall. Consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. Mechanic determined that the cam sensor, and other parts needed to be replaced. Consumer informed the mechanic that a ticking problem occurred, and the problem was resolved.