Spectra L4-2.0L (2004)
Fuel Tank Mounting Straps: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 11V256000: Fuel Tank Strap Corrosion
VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):
KIA/Spectra 2004-2007
MANUFACTURER: KIA Motor Corporation
MFR'S REPORT DATE: April 25, 2011
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 11V256000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Fuel System, Other: Storage: Tank Assembly: Mounting
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 58,322
SUMMARY:
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.
CONSEQUENCE:
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 is expected to begin during June 2011. Owners may contact KIA at 1-800-333-4542.
NOTES:
KIA safety recall No. SC090. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at
1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
