NHTSA Recall 08V459000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V459000; Date: Sep. 11, 2008
Unusually severe impairment while driving could expose the driver to the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 KIA Rondo; 2009 KIA Rondo
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage
Manufactured by: Kia Motors Corporation
Affected Units:: 6,680
Recall Summary:
Kia is recalling 6,680 my 2008-2009 rondo lx and ex vehicles equipped with a 2. 4 liter engine. The fuel pump may not operate properly resulting in not enough fuel getting to the engine. Poor engine starting, engine hesitation, and other impairment may result, and the check engine light may illuminate.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the fuel pump sub-assembly with an improved part. The recall began on September 22, 2008. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Recall Notes:
Kia recall no. Sc074. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 22, 2008
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