1.0

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
174,000 miles

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problem #1

Jul 122020

Rio 4-cyl

  • 174,000 miles
The contact owns a 2006 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while in for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered the front cradle and lower control arm had sustained severe rusting and corrosion. The cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer taylor Kia located at 7870 market St. Youngstown oh 44512, to be inspected. The contact was informed that the parts needed to repair the vehicle were no longer available. No further information was available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 174,000. Consumer stated dealer has agreed to purchase vehicle from the consumer since frame is rusted.

- Petersberg, OH, USA