CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-33-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC228.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The low pressure fuel hose on these vehicles may be damaged, or may be missing its heat-protective tape. This can cause a fuel leak. These vehicles were previously repaired under an earlier recall, and this recall covers units affected by the issue that remains.
A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire. Because of this, owners should not ignore the problem and should have the repair completed as soon as possible.
The repair is free. Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose at no charge. Owners can contact Kia customer service at 1-800-334-542 (Kia recall number SC228), and should check their VIN for open recalls to confirm whether their vehicle is affected.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Kia Optima | 20132014 |
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