NHTSA Recall 03V352000: Fuel system, gasoline
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 57,340 vehicles. It affects 2001 Kia Rio.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V352000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
| Report received | September 24, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain passenger vehicles, fuel leaks may develop at the fuel distributor assembly because of quality deviations.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
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.
Notes
Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V352000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Kia Rio | 2001 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.