2024 Kia K5
Kia is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles because a damaged check valve in the fuel system can allow air into the fuel tank, causing it to expand and potentially melt when it contacts hot exhaust components. A melted fuel tank can leak gasoline, which increases fire risk. This recall affects K5 vehicles nationwide.
- Recalling firm
- Kia America, Inc.
- Product
- 2024 KIA K5. Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.
- Reason
- Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank. Consequence: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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