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2012 KIA RIO Fuel Propulsion System Problems, Complaints and Defects

Issue ID	1360338
Internal NHTSA #	10958219
Manufacurer	Kia Motors America
Brand	KIA
Model	RIO
Model Year	2012
File date	01/03/17
Component	FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Product type code	VEHICLE
Description of the problem	This is my second post. My fuel system has been acting up the last 1-2wks. I noticed while driving one day that the fuel light came on and the needle moved to empty on my dashboard. I had put a full tank of gas in my car less than 24hr earlier and only driven 20mi. So i was quite alarmed. I stopped to check my fuel cap. Checked for leaks. But there was no obvious issue. The light eventually went off and the needle rose back up to the full reading. Weird of course. I figured it was a glitch so i didn't think much of it. However the same issue cont'd to occur over the next several days. And my check engine light eventually came on. Took vehicle to autozone and was told there is an issue w/ my fuel sensor system. Greatness news ever b/c i am still dealing w/ my airbag light issue from close to two months ago!!!!!!! I have had some help from the dealer regarding the airbag matter, which i am thankful for. However i am becoming very concerned about my vehicle now that i have a new issue in less than two months. I understand cars require maintenance. But the cost and need for maintenance should be a more reasonable burden for the owner. Because this is becoming unbearable. Not sure what i will do with my car long term. My husband and i do plan to fix both issues as time and money permits. But i will definitely look into selling my car soon and seriously consider another dealer for future car purchases.
Vehicle Mileage at Failure	93000
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Source of the issue	NHTSA WEB SITE
City and State	BATON ROUGE, LA
VIN pattern	KNADN5A39C6XXXXXX
Was vehicle invloved in a crash?	N
Was vehicle involved in a fire?	N
Was incedent reported to police?	N
Was medical attention required?	N
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Date of purchase	07/08/26
Was original owner?	N
Anti-lock brakes	N
Cruise control	N
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Vehicle speed	45
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2012 KIA RIO Fuel Propulsion System Problems, Complaints and Defects, Recalls and Failures

2012 KIA RIO Fuel Propulsion System Problems, Complaints and Defects

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