10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Apr 172002

Rio

  • miles
While parked vehicle would not start, vehicle tow to dealer and replaced alternator and recharged battery. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Folsom, CA, USA

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problem #2

Jul 252001

Rio

  • miles
Consumer states vehicle have cut off while driving, vehicle tow to dealer, battery was replaced. Feel free to provide any further information.

- Folsom, CA, USA

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problem #1

Dec 012000

Rio 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine check light came on within months of purchase. Dealer has advised consumer that vehicle had an electrical problem. Vehicle has been taken to dealer on numerous occasions. Dealer has changed battery twice, and alternator, but problem still exists.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

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