Carlexica

NHTSA recall 22V-093 (22V093000)

fuel system, gasoline recall reported February 17, 2022 - about 72,848 vehicles affected.

NHTSA campaign number
22V093000
Also written as
22V-093
Manufacturer number
SC228
Reported
February 17, 2022
Vehicles affected
~72,848
Component
fuel system, gasoline

What is being recalled

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles that were previously repaired under NHTSA recall number 20V-100. The low pressure fuel hose may be damaged, or missing heat-protective tape, which can result in a fuel leak.

Why it is dangerous

A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix (free at any franchised dealer)

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel hose, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 2, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-33-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC228.

Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 22V-093 when calling a dealer.

Affected 1 model

Kia Optima - 2013, 2014

Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.

Is YOUR car included? A campaign rarely covers every single vehicle of a model year. Check your exact car by its 17-character VIN with the free VIN decoder and recall check.

Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.