Large Recall NHTSA · 99V318000 Reported November 9, 1999

Kia/engine stalling (c304/c305)

Q: What is recall 99V318000?

NHTSA recall 99V318000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on November 9, 1999. It addresses: Kia/engine stalling (c304/c305). The recall affects approximately 102,944 vehicles , with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Kia America, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 102,944 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

99V318000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Kia America, Inc.

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Vehicles Affected

102,944

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

November 9, 1999

Defect Summary

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.

Safety Consequence

This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

This corrective action is being performed in conjunction with recall no. 99v317.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 99V318000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 99V318000

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

What is recall 99V318000?

NHTSA recall 99V318000 was issued by Kia America, Inc. on November 9, 1999. It addresses: Kia/engine stalling (c304/c305). The recall affects approximately 102,944 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Kia America, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V318000 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.