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Campaign 20V100000

Critical NHTSA Official Language
ID: #20V100000 MFR: Kia Motors America

What This Recall Means

Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

What Happened
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix
Kia will notify Owners, and Dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC187.

Affected Vehicles

2014 KIA Optima
2013 KIA Optima

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #20V100000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

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