The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·20V100000·Announced 2020-02-21

Kia Recalls 2013-2014 Optima Vehicles for Fuel Hose Fire Risk

Kia is recalling 2013-2014 Optima vehicles because a low-pressure fuel hose may crack and leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a fuel system defect that can lead to a fuel leak and fire, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural vehicle defects involving fire risks.

Plain-English summary

Kia Motors America is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The recall addresses a defect where the low-pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.

If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, which increases the risk of a fire. The recall began on June 12, 2020.

Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the low-pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking. If damage or leaking is found, the hose will be replaced; if not, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
KIA OPTIMA
Brand
KIA
Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
141,774

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • OPTIMA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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