Recall 00V-175: 1998–1999 Kia Sephia
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Jul 17, 2000, covering about 100,137 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Manufacturing changes were made to the orvr spring force and float wire length reducing the valve angle. Certain valves caused fuel shut off before the tank reached 95% of nominal capacity.
The risk
This would cause customers to add more fuel to the tank causing fuel spillback or spitback from the fuel filler neck.
The fix
Dealers will replace the orvr valve. Owner notification began november 13, 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 1-800-333-4542.
Notes
Kia recall no. Sc015.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V175000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Sephia | 1998, 1999 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-175?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Manufacturing changes were made to the orvr spring force and float wire length reducing the valve angle. Certain valves caused fuel shut off before the tank reached 95% of nominal capacity.
How is recall 00V-175 fixed?
Dealers will replace the orvr valve. Owner notification began november 13, 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 1-800-333-4542.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.