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2004-2007 Kia Spectra recall: mounting

Kia Motors Corporation reported this safety recall on April 25, 2011. It covers about 58,322 vehicles.

vehicles affected
58,322
reported
Apr 25, 2011
owners notified
Jun 6, 2011
related complaints
56

Fuel system, other: storage: tank assembly: mounting

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 56 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 11V256000

Is there a recall on the 2004-2007 Kia Spectra mounting?

Yes. Recall 11V256000, reported on April 25, 2011, covers about 58,322 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V256000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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