2001 Kia Rio recall: fuel system, gasoline
Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 24, 2003. It covers about 57,340 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 57,340
- reported
- Sep 24, 2003
- related complaints
- 24
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, fuel leaks may develop at the fuel distributor assembly because of quality deviations.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel distributor and fuel connector assemblies. Owner notification is expected to begin during the first quarter of 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 03V352000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 24 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 03V352000
Is there a recall on the 2001 Kia Rio fuel system, gasoline?
Yes. Recall 03V352000, reported on September 24, 2003, covers about 57,340 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 03V352000?
Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel distributor and fuel connector assemblies. Owner notification is expected to begin during the first quarter of 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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