NHTSA Recall 04V180000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V180000; Date: Apr. 12, 2004
Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2002 KIA Optima; 2003 KIA Optima
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Kia Motors America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 25,803
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began June 25, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Recall Notes:
Kia recall no. Sco38. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 25, 2004
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