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2004 KIA Rio FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Critical

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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Safety Recalls

Critical #04V179000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY

Manufacturer
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The fuel intake nipple on your vehicle is a small part that helps connect the fuel system. It's prone to cracking or breaking when the fuel tube is removed or if someone accidentally hits it during maintenance.
Risk if Unfixed
If the intake nipple cracks, it could start leaking fuel, which could ignite and cause a fire if there's an open flame nearby.
Free Fix
Your Kia dealer will replace the faulty fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2004 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
Show original NHTSA language
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.
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Other KIA Rio 2004 Recalls

CHILD SEAT
1 recall

Other KIA Rio Years

2022
1 recall
2021
2 recalls
2020
1 recall
2019
1 recall
2018
1 recall
2017
2 recalls
2016
2 recalls
2015
1 recall
2014
1 recall
2013
1 recall
2012
1 recall
2008
1 recall
2007
1 recall
2006
1 recall
2005
1 recall
2003
3 recalls
2002
1 recall
2001
3 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2004 KIA Rio safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY recall for the 2004 KIA Rio? (Campaign #04V179000)

The fuel intake nipple on your vehicle is a small part that helps connect the fuel system. It's prone to cracking or breaking when the fuel tube is removed or if someone accidentally hits it during maintenance. If the intake nipple cracks, it could start leaking fuel, which could ignite and cause a fire if there's an open flame nearby. Your Kia dealer will replace the faulty fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as after confirming availability with your dealer as possible to ensure your safety on the road. This timing describes the original 2004 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.