Reduced braking performance can cause longer brake pedal travel or extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Master Cylinder

Summary

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Rio vehicles. The brake master cylinder may have been manufactured with sharp edges that can damage the inner oil seal, resulting in reduced braking performance.

Actions

Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 11, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC223.

Documents (8)

• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577) - January 11, 2022
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Chronology
• Recall Acknowledgement
• SC223 2020-2021 MY RIO VEHICLES BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER, SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN Q & A: January 6, 2022
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 6, 2022
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 6, 2022

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