NHTSA recall 04V179000
Fuel System, Gasoline · Kia America, Inc.
Details
What's 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.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
The fix: 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.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 2001 Kia Rio
- 2001 Kia Rio Cinco
- 2002 Kia Rio
- 2002 Kia Rio Cinco
- 2003 Kia Rio
- 2003 Kia Rio Cinco
- 2004 Kia Rio
- 2004 Kia Rio Cinco
All model years NHTSA lists
2001 Kia Rio, 2002 Kia Rio, 2003 Kia Rio, 2004 Kia Rio, 2001 Kia Rio Cinco, 2002 Kia Rio Cinco, 2003 Kia Rio Cinco, 2004 Kia Rio Cinco.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 04V179000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.