Kia Buyers Guide
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Crash Test Data for 2001 Kia
| Kia Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 2001 Rio | Not Tested | Not Tested |  | | Not Tested |
| 2001 Sephia |  |  | | | Not Tested |
Service Bulletins for 2001 Kia
| 2001 KIA | |
|---|---|
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| 2001 KIA OPTIMA | |
| Bulletin Number: 006 | |
| CHANGE IN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0128, THERMOSTAT MALFUNCTION, LOGIC. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 006 | |
| ENHANCED DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR FOR P0446/P2422. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 006 | |
| TOWING CAPACITY. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: 007 | |
| MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATION WITH OXYGEN SENSORS RELATED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 012 | |
| OPTIMA CHARGING SYSTEM - V6 ENGINE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 019 | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE REPAIR OF CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH SUNROOF DRAIN TUBE WATER LEAK COMPLAINTS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 028 | |
| SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE OXYGEN SENSORS AND TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) TO REDUCE INCIDENCE OF MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ILLUMINATION WITH OXYGEN SENSOR RELATED DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 035 | |
| SUPPLEMENT RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION FOR B1378 AND B1382. *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 037 | |
| A SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR POSSIBLE O2 SENSOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATION. KIA WILL REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AND REPLACE THE OXYGEN SENSORS AS NEEDED. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 038 | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO AN ENGINE HESITATION OR THE ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) FOR P0123 (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR / SWITCH (A) CIRCUIT HIGH INPUT). *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 040704 | |
| DEALER PRINCIPAL NOTIFICATION REGARDING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAM AND OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 040704 | |
| QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FOR CAMPAIGN SC037 ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) REPROGRAM AND OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 040704 | |
| SERVICE MANAGER NOTIFICATION REGARDING ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAM AND OXYGEN SENSOR REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 041204 | |
| OWNER NOTIFICATION REGARDING CAMPAIGN SC037 TO REPLACE THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) AND OXYGEN SENSOR. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 82 | |
| IMPROVED TIMING BELTS FOR THE KIA RIO AND OPTIMA. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-026 | |
| KIA: DURING A SERVICE PROCEDURE THAT REQUIRES THE SUBFRAME TO BE REMOVED FROM A 2001-2005 OPTIMA (MS) (V-6 OR I-4), AN IMPROVED SERVICE PROCEDURE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED TO ENHANCE SERVICE EFFICIENCY. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-044 | |
| KIA: ECM UPGRADE WITH TP SENSOR REPLACEMENT-MIL ON WITH DTC P2135/P0638. INFORMATION RELATED TO ECM SOFTWARE AND TP SENSOR UPGRADE ON SOME VEHICLES WITH 2.7L ENGINES WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-068 | |
| KIA: INTERMITTENT MIL ON WITH NO FAULT CODE STORED; INFORMATION ABOUT DTC P1330. PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO CERTAIN VEHICLES. IN AFFECTED VEHICLES AN INTERMITTENT SHORT TO GROUND IN A CIRCUIT ONLY INTENDED FOR TESTING PURPOSES MAY C | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example | |
| Bulletin Number: TSBTRA046 | |
| TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL | |
| 2001 KIA RIO | |
| Bulletin Number: 005 | |
| A LOGIC CHANGE IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM). *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 007 | |
| A LOGIC CHANGE IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM). *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 01011901 | |
| REAR BRAKE NOISE. *JB | |
| Bulletin Number: 011200 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING 14 INCH ALLOY WHEEL OPTION. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 018 | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO INSTALL A REVISED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLER HOSE ON SOME MODELS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 034 | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ON CERTAIN MODELS PRODUCED FROM 5/4/00 THROUGH 10/31/02. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 034 | |
| VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN SC034 TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM). VEHICLES EXPERIENCING STALLING DURING IDLING OR AT NEAR STOPPING CONDITIONS. LETTERS TO KIA SERVICE MANAGERS, DEALERS AND QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SHEET. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 034R | |
| THIS REVISED BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ON CERTAIN MODELS PRODUCED FROM 5/4/00 THROUGH 10/31/02. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 04132004 | |
| PENDING RECALL RELATING TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR AND FUEL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES. KIA HAS EXPANDED THE RANGE OF AFFECTED VEHICLES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 046 | |
| STEEL WHEEL REPLACEMENT. SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN. THE STEEL WHEELS MAY HAVE A MANUFACTURING FLAW THAT COULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO CRACK UNDER LONG-TERM DRIVING FATIGUE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 106 | |
| RIO (BC) ENGINE HARD TO START, RUNS ROUGH AND STALLS -- WHAT TO CHECK -- CRANK POSITION SENSOR (CKP) TONE RING. *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 76 | |
| VACUUM LEAK AFTER TSB SC036. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 82 | |
| IMPROVED TIMING BELTS FOR THE KIA RIO AND OPTIMA. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 84 | |
| TECHLINE FAQS. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. VOLUME 8, ISSUE 4. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example | |
| Bulletin Number: TSBTRA046 | |
| TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL | |
| 2001 KIA RIO CINCO | |
| Bulletin Number: 04132004 | |
| PENDING RECALL RELATING TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR AND FUEL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES. KIA HAS EXPANDED THE RANGE OF AFFECTED VEHICLES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| 2001 KIA SEPHIA | |
| Bulletin Number: 007 | |
| A LOGIC CHANGE IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM). *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 008 | |
| AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSIS. CERTAIN MODELS INCLUDING ALL RIOS. *SLC | |
| Bulletin Number: 017 | |
| CHARGING SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 020 | |
| SUBJECT ON FRONT DOOR LATCH. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: 45 | |
| ON CERTAIN MODELS INCLUDING SPECTRA, LEAK DETECTION PUMP HEATER IS INOPERATION. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example | |
| Bulletin Number: TSBTRA046 | |
| TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL | |
| 2001 KIA SPECTRA | |
| Bulletin Number: 007 | |
| A LOGIC CHANGE IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM). *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 008 | |
| AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE DIAGNOSIS. CERTAIN MODELS INCLUDING ALL RIOS. *SLC | |
| Bulletin Number: 017 | |
| CHARGING SYSTEM UPGRADE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 45 | |
| ON CERTAIN MODELS INCLUDING SPECTRA, LEAK DETECTION PUMP HEATER IS INOPERATION. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: 54 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING REPLACEMENT REPAIR SUPPLIER FOR PRE-SILENCERS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008110606 | |
| KIA: DOORS LOCKING INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT FROM THE RKE TRANSMITTER OR KEY SWITCH MAY BE CAUSED BY WEAR ON SWITCH CONTACTS IN DOOR LATCH ASSEMBLY RESULTING IN HIGH RESISTANCE. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example | |
| Bulletin Number: TSBTRA046 | |
| TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL | |
| 2001 KIA SPORTAGE | |
| Bulletin Number: 007R | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON A CHANGE TO THE SPORTAGE 4WD HUB SEALS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 011200 | |
| INFORMATION ON THE ONBOARD REFUELING VAPOR RECOVERY (ORVR) SYSTEM. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 42 | |
| INFORMATION REGARDING ABS SYSTEM VENDOR CHANGE. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: 43 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING THERMOSTAT MONITORING UPDATE. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 45 | |
| SUBJECT ON SPORTAGE REAR WINDOW REGULATOR. *ET | |
| Bulletin Number: 76 | |
| FUEL PUMP RELAYS & EMISSIONS FAILURES. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example | |
Recalls for 2001 Kia
| 2001 KIA OPTIMA | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SUSPENSION:FRONT |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS CORPORATION |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/06/2000 - 11/19/2003 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 36538 |
Defect Description:KIA MOTORS CORPORATION (KMC) IS RECALLING 36,538 MODEL YEAR 2001-2004 OPTIMA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. ROAD SALT APPLIED IN THESE STATES DURING THE WINTER MONTHS MAY RESULT IN PROGRESSIVE, INTERNAL CORROSION OF THE FRONT SUBFRAME. OVER TIME, SUCH SUBFRAME CORROSION NEAR THE CONNECTION TO THE LOWER CONTROL ARM CAN LEAD TO WHEEL MISALIGNMENT AND/OR OTHER NOTICEABLE STRESS IN STEERING, OR ACCELERATED ABNORMAL TIRE WEAR. Consequence:CORROSION OF THE FRONT SUBFRAME COULD LEAD TO SEPARATION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH. Action:KMC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 15, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KIA'S CONSUMER ASSISTANCE CENTER AT 1-800-333-4542. | |
| 2001 KIA OPTIMA | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/07/2000 - 03/20/2001 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 16231 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE SIDE AIR BAG WIRE HARNESS FOR THE DRIVER POSITION COULD BE MIS-ROUTED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN IT BEING PINCHED OR CUT BY THE SEAT CUSHION TILT MECHANISM. Consequence:DAMAGE TO THE WIRE HARNESS COULD RESULT IN THE SIDE AIR BAG NOT DEPLOYING IN AN ACCIDENT. Action:DEALERS WILL CHECK FOR PROPER ROUTING OF THE SIDE AIR BAG WIRE HARNESS AND SECURE IT IN PLACE WITH A PLASTIC TIE-WRAP. IF THE WIRE HARNESS IS DAMAGED, IT WILL BE REPLACED. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MAY 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542. | |
| 2001 KIA OPTIMA | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 09/09/2000 - 08/17/2001 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 11501 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5 AND 2.7 LITER V6 ENGINES, THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CKP) CASES DID NOT MEET DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS. Consequence:INTERNAL GAPS WITHIN THE CASES ALLOWED EPOXY TO CONTACT THE PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD, WHICH RESULTED IN CRACKING OF THE CIRCUIT BOARD CAPACITOR. A DAMAGED CKP CAPACITOR COULD RESULT IN ENGINE STALLING. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CKP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 28, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT KIA AT 1-800-333-4542. | |
| 2001 KIA RIO | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | WHEELS |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/12/2000 - 10/17/2000 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 24119 |
Defect Description: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. Consequence:IF THE CRACK IS SEVERE, THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND A CRASH. Action: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. | |
| 2001 KIA RIO | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/04/2000 - 03/31/2004 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 187790 |
Defect Description: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. Consequence:FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE. Action: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. | |
| 2001 KIA RIO | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/04/2000 - 06/01/2001 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 57340 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, FUEL LEAKS MAY DEVELOP AT THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY BECAUSE OF QUALITY DEVIATIONS. Consequence:FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. Action: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. | |
| 2001 KIA RIO CINCO | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 05/04/2000 - 03/31/2004 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 187790 |
Defect Description: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. Consequence:FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE. Action: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. | |
