Safety Recall NHTSA · 94V134000 Reported July 25, 1994

Interior systems:instrument panel:speedometer:odom

Kia America, Inc. · N/A · 6,945 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
94V134000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
6,945
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 25, 1994

Defect Summary

The electronic speedometer sensor can seize, causing the speedometer and cruise control (if the car is equipped with cruise control) to stop functioning.

Safety Consequence

The loss of cruise control will cause temporary loss of control of vehicle speed. Loss of the speedometer will result in the operator not knowing the actual speed of the vehicle.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a new speedometer drive gear, electronic sensor, and flexible shaft assembly.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 94V134000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 94V134000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 94V134000?

NHTSA recall 94V134000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on July 25, 1994. It addresses: Interior systems:instrument panel:speedometer:odom. The recall affects approximately 6,945 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 94V134000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.