Kia Buyers Guide
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Crash Test Data for 1997 Kia
| Kia Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 1997 Sephia |  | |  |  | Not Tested |
| 1997 Sportage |  | | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
Service Bulletins for 1997 Kia
| 1997 KIA | |
|---|---|
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| 1997 KIA SEPHIA | |
| Bulletin Number: 002 | |
| A/C SUCTION HOSE. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: 003 | |
| THIS TECHINICAL SERVICE BULLETIN OUTLINES THE NEW SEPHIA REMANUFACTURED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROGRAM. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 004 | |
| SEPHIA FRONT BRAKE PADS - DESIGN CHANGE. *TW | |
| Bulletin Number: 008 | |
| RECALL CAMPAGIN ON EVAPORATIVE FUEL VAPOR HOSE REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 1.8 LITER BPD ENGINES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 008 | |
| REPLACEMENT REPAIRS OF ALL EVAPORATIVE FUEL VAPOR HOSES AND PIPES AT THE FUEL TANK. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 027 | |
| RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. NOTIFICATION LETTER TO DEALERS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 027 | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDED INFORMATION RELATED TO RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| 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. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: TSBTRA046 | |
| TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL | |
| 1997 KIA SPORTAGE | |
| Bulletin Number: 014 | |
| FUEL TANK REPLACEMENT UNDER REPAIR BENEFIT PROGRAM. ON CERTAIN 1997-2000 SPORTAGES. *NJ | |
| Bulletin Number: 027 | |
| RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. NOTIFICATION LETTER TO DEALERS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 027 | |
| THIS BULLETIN PROVIDED INFORMATION RELATED TO RECALL CAMPAIGN 027 TO REPLACE THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 33000003 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING STEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 76 | |
| FUEL PUMP RELAYS & EMISSIONS FAILURES. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: KT-2008082201 | |
| KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE | |
| Bulletin Number: PS539 | |
| 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. | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085 | |
| 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 | |
| Bulletin Number: TSB-GEN085R1 | |
| 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 | |
Recalls for 1997 Kia
| 1997 KIA SEPHIA | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 06/06/1994 - 05/15/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 189706 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH. Consequence:IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Action:OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2002. 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 1-800-333-4542. | |
| 1997 KIA SPORTAGE | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/20/1994 - 06/24/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 189706 |
Defect Description:ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE SAFETY BELT BUCKLE MAY "FALSE LATCH" AND EXPOSE THE DRIVER TO UNRESTRAINED MOVEMENT DURING A CRASH. Consequence:IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. Action:OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 20, 2002. 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 1-800-333-4542. | |
| 1997 KIA SPORTAGE | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 08/29/1996 - 02/01/1999 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 76986 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE WIRES CONNECTED TO THE C123 AND C124 CONNECTORS CAN BE PUT UNDER TENSION BY MOVEMENT OF THE ENGINE, THUS PULLING THE WIRES AND CONNECTORS, LOOSENING THEM AND RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CIRCUIT CONTINUITY. Consequence:THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE ENGINE STALLING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL SPRING CLIPS TO LOCK THE CONNECTORS TOGETHER. IN ADDITION, THE DEALERS WILL BE INSTRUCTED TO SOLDER A SPLICE IN THE WIRE HARNESS. | |
| 1997 KIA SPORTAGE | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK |
| Manufacturer: | KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/26/1996 - 08/12/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 23493 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. A MICROSWITCH ON THE REAR HATCH LOCK CYLINDER CAN MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE POWER DOOR LOCKS TO UNLOCK INADVERTENTLY. Consequence:SHOULD THIS OCCUR, SECURITY FROM UNWANTED INTRUSION INTO THE VEHICLE IS LOST. Action:DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE REAR HATCH DOOR UNLOCK CIRCUIT. | |
