Is the Kia Rio hatchback going to die?

Is the Kia Rio hatchback going to die?

I have a KIA RIO hatchback 2011 A few days ago while getting a service my mechanic told me i needed to replace my battery as it was 8 years old and going to die at any minute. I didn’t replace it then and there, and a few days later while driving at about 50km an hour my car all of a sudden STOPPED.

Why is my Kia Rio engine dying intermittently?

Apparently on Nissan’s etc when the Crank Angle Sensor goes it fails completely but Rios seem to suffer with an intermittent fault that is temperature based so it took the mechanic a bit to find the issue claggamuff writes… they found out it was the CRANK ANGLE SENSOR.

How much does a Kia Rio engine cost?

Kia Rio When I slow down and stop the car, engine shuts off Inspection costs $89 on average. Your car is designed to run like a well-oiled machine, but sometimes that machine struggles in unexpected places.

Why does my Kia Rio have no fuel spray?

The fuel injectors are responsible for spraying a measured amount of fuel that is ignited by the spark plugs at the proper time. Injectors can become clogged or dirty over time resulting in erratic spray or no spray at all.

How long does it take for Kia Rio engine to shut off?

Drove about 5 minutes down the road then it shut off again – every time with the immobiliser light appearing about 3 seconds before the engine completely cuts out. I called a mechanic out and he tested:

Kia Rio When I slow down and stop the car, engine shuts off Inspection costs $89 on average. Your car is designed to run like a well-oiled machine, but sometimes that machine struggles in unexpected places.

What kind of problem does a Kia Rio have?

I have a Kia Rio which has stalling problems – finally diagnosed properly. I called several dealerships and found by accident that the cars have an issue with the crankshaft sensor. It will only be picked up by a diagnostic tool if the fault happens whilst the diagnostic tool is on it and a mechanic happens to see it.

When does Kia Sorento engine shut down while driving?

CarComplaints.com Notes: There are just too many engine stalls or shuts down while driving reports to feel good about the Sorento. Especially when those things happen, on average, at just over 32,000 miles. Hopefully things will change. No one has added a helpful site for this 2013 Sorento problem yet. Be the first!

What causes Kia Rio engine to cut out while driving?

I’ve just fixed a 2010 Kia Rio with the same issue – engine cutting out suddenly after 5 – 15 minutes driving. Able to restart after waiting 10 minutes. No fault codes stored. The problem was faulty crank angle sensor.

What does immobiliser light mean on Kia Rio?

Just because the immobiliser light is lit up doesn’t mean it’s the issue, especially not when the engine cuts out when you’re already driving along where the immobiliser should not be involved (the immobiliser is there to stop the engine from starting, it’s not designed to kill an already running engine).

I have a KIA RIO hatchback 2011 A few days ago while getting a service my mechanic told me i needed to replace my battery as it was 8 years old and going to die at any minute. I didn’t replace it then and there, and a few days later while driving at about 50km an hour my car all of a sudden STOPPED.

I’ve just fixed a 2010 Kia Rio with the same issue – engine cutting out suddenly after 5 – 15 minutes driving. Able to restart after waiting 10 minutes. No fault codes stored. The problem was faulty crank angle sensor.

Just because the immobiliser light is lit up doesn’t mean it’s the issue, especially not when the engine cuts out when you’re already driving along where the immobiliser should not be involved (the immobiliser is there to stop the engine from starting, it’s not designed to kill an already running engine).

When did the Kia Rio timing belt break?

Then at 112,000 miles the new timing belt broke and ruined the entire engine. so, over $3,000 later still driving it but am anxious wondering when it will go again. We bought our Kia Rio new in 2005. Yesterday the timing belt broke, killing the engine. The car has 88,000 miles on it.

How much does it cost to fix a 2012 Kia Rio?

1 Engine Seized 2012 Rio Average Cost to Fix: $2,500 Average Mileage: 69,000 mi 2 Poor Mpg 2012 Rio Average Cost to Fix: N/A Average Mileage: 0 mi 3 AC Not Working 2012 Rio

How often does Kia engine cut out while driving?

The trip was only about 20 minutes and the engine cut out about 5 times. Luckily the rods were very quiet.

How does Kia Rio rear park distance control work?

The all-new RIO offers a straightforward presentation of the tech you need at your fingertips, so you can focus on the road. Rear Park Distance Control. When you back into a parking spot, how much room do you have left? As you reverse, audible beeps alert you to the distance to obstacles behind you.

The trip was only about 20 minutes and the engine cut out about 5 times. Luckily the rods were very quiet.

Is the Kia Rio 5 door a hatchback?

The stylish and sporty Rio 5-Door was designed to pack maximum fun into a practical hatchback. And with a refreshed design and exceptional fuel economy, fun goes further than ever before. Rio 5-Door S with optional S Technology Package shown. Not all optional features available on all trims. Some features may vary.

Is the Kia Rio a trademark of Google?

Android™ is a trademark of Google LLC. Warning: Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury, and death.

Do you need Google Play for Kia Rio?

Vehicle user interface is a product of Google and its terms and privacy statements apply. Requires the Android Auto app on Google Play and an Android compatible smartphone running Android™ 5.0 Lollipop or higher. Data plan rates apply. Android™ is a trademark of Google LLC.

What kind of engine does a Rio 5 door have?

Thoughtfully built and enjoyably nimble, the Rio 5-Door brings fun and practicality to the hatchback. Featuring a lively inline 4-cylinder engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission fitted as standard, plus Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) to help provide improved responsiveness, Rio 5-Door delivers a fun-to-drive feel no matter where you go. 1