Recall 99V-317
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1998 to 1999 Kia Sephia: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, fuel pump).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-317
- Reported
- November 9, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 102,944 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Electrical current to the fuel pump passes through the c304 and c305 connectors. If exposed to moisture, these connectors could corrode. Over time, the fuel pump will not receive enough current to operate.
The risk
This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the existing connectors and reposition those connectors to an area where the placement is designed to prevent contact with moisture.
Notes from the manufacturer
Kia recall no. Sc013.owner notification began december 23, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact kia at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Kia Sephia 1998 to 1999