NHTSA recall 04V180000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
KIA Optima
Reported Apr 12, 200425,803 vehicles affectedKIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.Maker’s number SC038Built Oct 1, 2001 – Nov 9, 2002
The defect
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 remedy
Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began june 25, 2004. owners should contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.