Defect Description For Recall
Kia Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2004-2007 Spectra Ld Vehicles Manufactured From November 7, 2003, Through March 6, 2007, Originally Sold, Or Currently Registered In, ConneCTIcut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, And The District Of Columbia. There Is A Possibility That Corrosion Of The Fuel Tank Straps Which Hold The Tank May Occur As A Result Of Prolonged Exposure To Road Salt. As A Result Of The Corrosion, One Or Both Straps May Separate Allowing The Fuel Tank To Contact The Ground And Possibly Disrupt The Integrity Of The Tank.
Make Of Vehicle
KIA
Model Of Vehicle
SPECTRA
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
11V256000
Component Description
Fuel System, Other:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting
Effect Of Defect
The Fuel Tank Can Fall From The Vehicle And Strike The Ground Which Could Cause A Fuel Leak. Leaking Fuel Can Create A Fire Hazard.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Fuel Tank Straps And Attaching Hardware With New Zinc Coated Parts. This Service Will Be Performed Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On June 6, 2011. Owners May Contact Kia At 1-800-333-4542.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Kia Motors Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20031107
End Of Manufacture
20070306
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
58322
Date Owners Notified
20110606
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Kia Motors America
Date Report Received
20110425
Make Campaign Number
SC090