NHTSA Recall 99V317000: Fuel pump (fuel system)
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 102,944 vehicles. It affects 1998–1999 Kia Sephia.
| NHTSA campaign | 99V317000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SC013 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › DELIVERY › FUEL PUMP |
| Report received | November 9, 1999 |
| Owner notification | December 23, 1999 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Electrical current to the fuel pump passes through the c304 and c305 connectors. If exposed to moisture, these connectors could corrode. Over time, the fuel pump will not receive enough current to operate.
Safety risk
This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing connectors and reposition those connectors to an area where the placement is designed to prevent contact with moisture.
Notes
KIA recall no. Sc013.owner notification began december 23, 1999.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.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 99V317000
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.