Recall 99V-317: 1998–1999 Kia Sephia

KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 9, 1999, covering about 102,944 vehicles.

NHTSA number

99V-317

Report date

Nov 9, 1999

Vehicles affected

102,944

Owners notified

Dec 23, 1999

The problem

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

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 1-800-333-4542.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	Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
Recall started by	NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number	99V317000

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 99V-317?

How is recall 99V-317 fixed?

Dealers will replace the existing connectors and reposition those connectors to an area where the placement is designed to prevent contact with moisture.

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.