Your vehicle's fuel system has a part called the fuel intake nipple that might break or crack when removing or handling the fuel tube. This could be during assembly or repairs.
Risk if Unfixed
If this part breaks, fuel could leak and catch fire if there's an ignition source nearby.
Free Fix
The dealership will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies for free, to ensure your safety.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's fuel system has a small problem with the fuel distributor assembly that could cause fuel to leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If this leak is near an ignition source, it could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
The dealership will inspect and replace the faulty parts for free, so you should contact them as soon as possible to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, FUEL LEAKS MAY DEVELOP AT THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY BECAUSE OF QUALITY DEVIATIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle may have a manufacturing flaw in its wheels that could cause them to crack over time. This can lead to noise and vibration while driving. You should be aware of any unusual noises coming from your wheels.
Risk if Unfixed
If a crack becomes severe, your wheel could break off and cause a loss of control, leading to a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will replace all four wheels for free. You can contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542 to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING FLAW THAT COULD CAUSE THE WHEELS TO CRACK UNDER LONG TERM DRIVING FATIGUE. IF CRACKS OCCUR, WHEEL NOISE AND VIBRATION WILL RESULT AND BECOME PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER TIME.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE CRACK IS SEVERE, THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL FOUR WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542.
