Recall 04V180000: 2002–2003 Kia Optima

Report received

Apr 12, 2004

Manufacturer

Kia motors america, inc.

Potentially affected

25,803vehicles

Model years

2002–2003

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

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.

Possible consequence

Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

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.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 Kia Optima107 complaints
• 2003 Kia Optima141 complaints