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1998 KIA SEPHIA Recall - Campaign #99V271000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

1998 KIA SEPHIA RECALL - #99V271000

RECALL FOR VISIBILITY : WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER : LINKAGES

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BALL SOCKET ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINK MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE RESULTING IN THE LINK DISENGAGING FROM THE WIPER MOTOR DRIVE UNDER LOAD, SUCH AS PUSHING AGAINST ICE, SNOW OR OTHER RESISTANCE. ALSO THE WIPER ARM RETAINING NUT COULD BE INADEQUATELY TIGHTENED ALLOWING THE WIPER ARM TO SLIP AND/OR STOP FUNCTIONING.

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Vehicle 1998 KIA SEPHIA
Manufacturer KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Manufactured between 9/3/1997 - 1/29/1999
Recalled on 10/26/1999
Influenced by OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION
Owners Notified on 11/19/1999
# Affected 90,054
Recalled for VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
 
Description VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE BALL SOCKET ON THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINK MAY BE OUT OF TOLERANCE RESULTING IN THE LINK DISENGAGING FROM THE WIPER MOTOR DRIVE UNDER LOAD, SUCH AS PUSHING AGAINST ICE, SNOW OR OTHER RESISTANCE. ALSO THE WIPER ARM RETAINING NUT COULD BE INADEQUATELY TIGHTENED ALLOWING THE WIPER ARM TO SLIP AND/OR STOP FUNCTIONING.
Consequences THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE IMPAIRMENT OF VISIBILITY IN INCLEMENT WEATHER INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Corrective action DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINK AND ALSO PROPERLY TIGHTEN THE WIPER ARM RETAINING NUTS.
Notes KIA RECALL NO. SC012.OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 19, 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 1-949-470-7000.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
See also 1998 KIA SEPHIA Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP

1998 KIA SEPHIA Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP

1998 KIA SEPHIA Recall for ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EXHAUST SYSTEM, EMISSION CONTROL

1998 KIA SEPHIA Recall for EXTERIOR LIGHTING, HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS, SWITCH

1998 KIA SEPHIA Recall for SEAT BELTS, FRONT, BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
Technical Service Bulletins Oct 01, 2021 - 120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b

Oct 01, 2021 - 160000 STRUCTURE
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This b

Apr 16, 2018 - 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.

Aug 02, 2017 - 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta

Aug 02, 2017 - 354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some example

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Comments

9/9/2013 - Danielle
This has been a wonderful little car for me and my family, fuel line problems set aside. The insurance is low and I get 30mpg! However, I've been stranded on several occasions because the fuel gauge does not work, and replacing the fuel pump did not fix it as the mechanic said it would. The fuel pump ground wire burned out right through the harness at one point, and currently it has been spitting back the gas I try to feed it. It's been money efficient, if one is willing to overlook those aggrevations.

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