| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2008 Kia Rio repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)
Brakes and Traction Control (0%)
Suspension and Steering (21%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 47 repairs.
2008 Kia Rio suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (0%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (33%)
< $100 (67%)
Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2008 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan
110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
| 105000 mi US $50 |
Replaced looses tie rod Replaced loose stabilizer bar (Not the sway bar) |
| 105000 mi US $150 |
Replaced worn wear bearing on passenger side. Noise was quite loud prior to repair |
| 36000 mi | Wheel bearing grinding. It was fixed in 2 trips to the dealer. |
| 55300 mi US $200 |
Drivers side ball joint worn to the point of almost coming out. I advised dealer of problem in the past but they stated nothing was wrong. Independent shop showed me the the problem and fixed it right the first time. |
| 25000 mi | knocking noise when turning steering wheel, right strut replaced Had front strut replaced. Next day car ran worse. They didnt replace both struts @same time, or chose not to. Now left strut needs replacing. Ordered. |
| 38000 mi | Replaced left strut that royal kia had said they had replaced. |
| 66000 mi US $350 |
Front struts replaced |
| 31000 mi | Car has been lightly shaking at high speeds (70+ MPH). Dealer suggested it might be the tires. Will replace tires in June and see if that resolves the problem. |
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