1998-1999 Kia Sephia recall: fuel pump

Kia Motors America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 9, 1999. It covers about 102,944 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 102,944
reported: Nov 9, 1999
owners notified: Dec 23, 1999
related complaints: 111

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump

What is wrong: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The electrical circuit for the fuel pump is grounded at junction connector g300. If the pin tension is poor, or the bolt securing the connector to the vehicle floor is not tightened sufficiently, a poor connection is made. As the fuel pump operates, the poor connection can create heat which in turn increases resistance. Eventually the fuel pump will not receive enough current to operate.
Risk: This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: This corrective action is being performed in conjunction with recall no. 99v317.

Recall number 99V318000

Affected vehicles

Kia Sephia 1998-1999 1998 1999

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 111 complaints about fuel system problems.

1998 Kia Sephia 1999 Kia Sephia

Questions about recall 99V318000

Is there a recall on the 1998-1999 Kia Sephia fuel pump?

Yes. Recall 99V318000, reported on November 9, 1999, covers about 102,944 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V318000?

This corrective action is being performed in conjunction with recall no. 99v317.

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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