2001-2004 Kia Rio and Kia Rio Cinco recall: delivery
Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 9, 2004. It covers about 187,790 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 187,790
- reported
- Apr 9, 2004
- owners notified
- Jun 18, 2004
- related complaints
- 57
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel intake nipple of the fuel distributor is subject to fracture or cracking during removal of the quick connect coupling securing the main fuel tube assembly to the fuel intake nipple, or when force is accidentally applied to the intake nipple during the vehicle assembly process or during engine compartment repairs.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies. The recall began june 18, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1‑800‑333‑4542.
Recall number 04V179000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 57 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 04V179000
Is there a recall on the 2001-2004 Kia Rio and Kia Rio Cinco delivery?
Yes. Recall 04V179000, reported on April 9, 2004, covers about 187,790 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 04V179000?
Dealers will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies. The recall began june 18, 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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