Recall 99V-325
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 1997 to 1999 Kia Sportage: Electrical system (wiring).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 99V-325
- Reported
- November 19, 1999
- Vehicles affected
- 76,986 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The wires connected to the c123 and c124 connectors can be put under tension by movement of the engine, thus pulling the wires and connectors, loosening them and resulting in a loss of circuit continuity.
The risk
This condition can cause engine stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install spring clips to lock the connectors together. In addition, the dealers will be instructed to solder a splice in the wire harness.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began january 25, 2000.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 Sportage 1997 to 1999