Recall 04V-180
KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2002 to 2003 Kia Optima: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-180
- Reported
- April 12, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 25,803 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Some passenger vehicles may contain a fuel tank assembly valve that may not close properly. If a vehicle with a fuel tank assembly valve that is not properly closed were to roll over, fuel spillage may occur.
The risk
Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began june 25, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Kia recall no. Sco38.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Kia Optima 2002 to 2003