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2006 Kia Spectra recalls

There is 1 safety recall on record for the 2006 Kia Spectra, covering 58,322 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: mountingReported April 25, 2011 · 58,322 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 11V256000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2006 Kia Spectra have?

1, covering fuel system, other.

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