Investigation SQ99020: 1998–1999 Kia Sephia

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jun 30, 1999

Closed

Jan 12, 2000

Model years

1998–1999

Subject

Intermittent stalling

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

Kia issued a Kia Technical Times in October 1998 stating that, due to loose connections at the fuel pump ground at G300, the fuel pump may shut off intermittently.The corrective action is to solder the fuel pump ground terminals at the terminal connec

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1999 Kia Sephia428 complaints
• 1998 Kia Sephia491 complaints