Model year guide

1999 Kia Retona

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Kia Retona is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

1999 Kia Retona at a glance

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Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1999 Kia Retona recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 1999 Kia Retona.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

About the Kia Retona

The Kia Retona is a small mini SUV based on Kia's military jeeps. The name is a portmanteau of return to nature. Developed by Asia Motors, the car was initially sold as the "Asia Retona" in some markets. The Retona had been using the same platform as the first generation Kia Sportage Convertible. Its competitors included the Lada Niva, Suzuki Jimny and the SsangYong Korando.

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1999 Kia Retona vehicles on record

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1999 Kia Retona — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Kia Retona have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 1999 Kia Retona. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.