2009 Kia Rio TSBs

37 manufacturer communications for the 2009 Kia Rio sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 2009 Rio problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

37Communications

What the bulletins cover

Engine8 bulletins
Airbags7 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain5 bulletins
Body & structure5 bulletins
Electrical4 bulletins
Visibility & wipers2 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 37 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Transmission & drivetrain TSB_TRA046_R5 April 17, 2025

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct…

Transmission & drivetrain TSB_TRA046_R4 May 16, 2024

This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.

Transmission & drivetrain TSB_TRA046_R3 November 18, 2022

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable…

Body & structure · Electrical TSB_BOD055_R1 September 13, 2021

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating…

Engine · Electrical TSB_ENG063_CLSD May 19, 2021

TSB_ENG063_CLOSED: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CLOSED

Body & structure TSB_BOD042_CLSD May 7, 2021

TSB_BOD042_CLOSED: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CLOSED

Body & structure · Visibility & wipers TSB_BOD043_CLSD May 7, 2021

TSB_BOD043_CLOSED: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CLOSED

Engine TSB_ENG056_CLSD May 7, 2021

TSB_ENG056_CLOSED: TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CLOSED

Transmission & drivetrain TSB_TRA046_R1 April 24, 2020

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: - TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is…

Engine PS539 March 2, 2018

PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.

Service bulletin TSB-GEN085R1 January 18, 2017

TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake…

Latches & locks TSB-GEN085 November 4, 2016

TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with…

Seats & interior · Airbags WTY002BULLETINRI June 14, 2016

WARRANTY BULLETIN: WTY002 - 2008~2011MY RIO PASSENGER SEAT OCS SENSOR MAT WARRANTY EXTENSION (WTY002) - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) SENSOR MAT IN 2008~2011MY RIO (JB) VEHICLES. IF THE…

Airbags WTY002OWNERRIO June 10, 2016

OWNER LETTER: WTY002 RIO - DEAR KIA RIO OWNER: KIA MOTORS AMERICA’S HIGHEST COMMITMENT IS TO YOUR SAFETY. TO THAT END, KIA IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) SENSOR MAT TO 15 YEARS WITH UNLIMITED MILEAGE, STARTING FROM…

Airbags TSBBOD140 June 9, 2016

TSB: FRONT PASSENGER OCS SENSOR MAT DIAGNOSIS AND REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) SENSOR MAT IN 2008~2011MY RIO (JB) VEHICLES. IF THE SENSOR MAT IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY, THE…

Airbags WTY002DEALERP June 8, 2016

DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO: WTY002 - 2008~2011MY RIO PASSENGER SEAT OCS SENSOR MAT WARRANTY EXTENSION (WTY002) - KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) SENSOR MAT FOR CERTAIN 2008-2011 MY RIO VEHICLES…

Airbags WTY002DEALERPSM June 8, 2016

DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO: WTY002 - 2008~2011MY RIO PASSENGER SEAT OCS SENSOR MAT WARRANTY EXTENSION (WTY002) - KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) SENSOR MAT FOR CERTAIN 2008-2011…

Airbags WTY002FORMRIO June 8, 2016

REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM: WTY002 RIO - IF YOU HAVE PAID TO HAVE THE FRONT PASSENGER OCS SENSOR MAT REPLACED, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR SOME OR ALL OF THAT EXPENSE. MAIL THIS COMPLETED REQUEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT FORM TO KIA, ALONG WITH DOCUMENTATION SPECIFIED…

Airbags WTY002QA June 8, 2016

"Q AND A: WTY002 - CERTAIN 2008-2011 MY KIA RIO VEHICLES AND ALL 2006-2010 MY KIA OPTIMA VEHICLES FRONT PASSENGER OCS SENSOR MAT KIA NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION"

Electrical PS443 April 4, 2016

TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of…

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