10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #6

Jun 232004

Rio

  • miles
While driving at any speed and brakes were depressed steering wheel shook hard. Dealership serviced vehicle four times, rotors were turned three times, and brake system replaced once.

- Monett, MO, USA

problem #5

Aug 262002

Rio

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Consumer is reporting premature wear of the engine mounts and a rattling noise coming from the engine area, while idling or driving. Dealer notified and had replaced them. Nlm the consumer has traded this vehicle in due to all of the mechanical problems and is requesting her money back because when she had taken the vehicle the dealer, they didn't repair the problem which was to be covered by warranty. The vehicle has no power and very poor shifting. The ABS and check engine light is on. The left front mirror is not working. The spark plugs are faulty/breaking down. The inner/outer bearing with seals on left rear and right rear-replaced, and the right rear hub assembly-replaced due to over tightening of the spindle nut. There's a noise in the tire(s) the dealer performed a recall that replaced the cooler hose.

- Summerset, TX, USA

problem #4

Aug 052002

Rio

  • miles
Brakes failed while driving 30 mph, causing extended stopping distance, and rear ended a car, causing damage.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #3

Jun 122002

Rio

  • miles
At 27mph vehicle started to accelerate to 70mph with no deceleration, even when applying brakes. Cause unknown. Dealer notified.

- Kingston, PA, USA

problem #2

Feb 012002

Rio

  • miles
Brakes are not working properly, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, dealer has replaced brake pad, S but problems still occurs.

- Jacoba, PR, USA

problem #1

Apr 102001

(reported on)

Rio

  • miles
Brakes would stick, and pedal would go to floor. Vehicle was not stopping. Has happened 4 different times. Been to dealership each time for repairs. Currently, brakes were making noises.

- Fullerton, CA, USA