Model year guide

2012 Kia Rondo

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Kia Rondo is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2012 Kia Rondo — representative photo
Representative photo

2012 Kia Rondo at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined21–22 mpg

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

2012 Kia Rondo recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Kia Rondo.

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.

2012 Kia Rondo MPG & running costs

Combined21–22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,125
EPA size classMidsize Station Wagons
TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Automatic 5-spd
Passenger volume108 cu ft
Cargo volume32 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Kia Rondo costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,625
Fuel only$15,625
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
179.1 in
Width
71.7 in
Height
65.0 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Curb weight
3,340–3,717 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
61.0 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Kia Rondo — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 3

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2012 Kia Rondo. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Brakes

Issue: On certain vehicles, the brake hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) could short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit could create a fire risk, even while the vehicle is parked and turned off. Corrective Actions: Kia will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuse(s) for the HECU. Kia recommends that you should park…

Transport Canada #2023529 · Sep 2023

Engine

Issue: Kia Canada is conducting a Product Improvement Campaign that provides an update to the engine control module to detect potential problems before an engine fails. An engine failure could cause a sudden loss of power with an inability to restart. Note: This only affects vehicles equipped with a 2.4 L MPI engine. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of engine power could increase the…

Transport Canada #2021040 · Feb 2021

Brakes

On certain vehicles, the stop lamp switch may fail and cause intermittent operation of the brake lights. Failure of the brake lights to illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the switch.

Transport Canada #2013098 · Apr 2013

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

2012 Kia Rondo trims & engines on record

Engines
2.4L · 130 kW

2012 Kia Rondo vehicles on record

Other Kia Rondo model years

2012 Kia Rondo — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Kia Rondo have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2012 Kia Rondo. 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.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Kia Rondo get?

The 2012 Kia Rondo has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

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