The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The electrical circuit for the fuel pump is grounded at junction connector g300. If the pin tension is poor, or the bolt securing the connector to the vehicle floor is not tightened sufficiently, a poor connection is made. As the fuel pump operates, the poor connection can create heat which in turn increases resistance. Eventually the fuel pump will not receive enough current to operate.
The risk
This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
This corrective action is being performed in conjunction with recall no. 99V317.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-318 (99V318000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump |
| Report date | November 9, 1999 |
| Owners notified | December 23, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 102,944 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-318 repair free?
Yes. Kia dealers will fix the problem at no cost: This corrective action is being performed in conjunction with recall no. 99V317.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 102,944 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.