Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsApr 10, 2026 · NHTSA 26V232000 · Kia America, Inc. · 141,032 vehicles 2022 Kia Carnival, 2023 Kia Carnival, 2024 Kia Carnival, 2025 Kia Carnival, 2026 Kia Carnival
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Carnival vehicles. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC368. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 24, 2026.
Fuel systemNov 17, 2025 · NHTSA 25V794000 · Kia America, Inc. · 250,547 vehicles 2021 Kia K5, 2022 Kia K5, 2023 Kia K5, 2024 Kia K5
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the check valve. The fuel tank will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC356. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025.
Delivery · Fuel pumpSep 13, 2023 · NHTSA 23V634000 · Kia America, Inc. · 18,224 vehicles 2018 Kia Stinger, 2019 Kia Stinger, 2020 Kia Stinger, 2021 Kia Stinger
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2018-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel control valve plunger may stick inside the high pressure fuel pump, causing over-pressurization and loss of drive power.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control unit software, inspect, and replace the fuel pump as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC281.
Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsFeb 17, 2022 · NHTSA 22V093000 · Kia Motors America · 72,848 vehicles 2013 Kia Optima, 2014 Kia Optima
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.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsJul 8, 2021 · NHTSA 21V519000 · Kia Motors America · 21,575 vehicles 2021 Kia K5, 2022 Kia K5, 2021 Kia Sorento
Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.
Fuel injection system · Fuel railApr 21, 2021 · NHTSA 21V277000 · Kia Motors America · 2,744 vehicles 2022 Kia Carnival
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2022 Carnival vehicles. The plastic fuel rail tube may have been damaged.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A damaged fuel rail tube may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the multi-port injection fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began April 30, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC211.
Delivery · Fuel pumpSep 16, 2020 · NHTSA 20V560000 · Kia Motors America · 635 vehicles 2020 Kia Stinger, 2021 Kia Stinger
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Stinger vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Insufficient fuel supply to the engine can result in a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel pump and replace the jet nozzle housing assembly, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC198.
Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsFeb 21, 2020 · NHTSA 20V100000 · Kia Motors America · 141,774 vehicles 2013 Kia Optima, 2014 Kia Optima
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles equipped with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The low pressure fuel hose may deteriorate and crack over time due to heat generated within the engine compartment.
Risk and remedy
Risk: If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify Owners, and Dealers will inspect the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaking, replacing it as necessary. If no damage or leaking is found, a heat-protective tape will be installed. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began June 12, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC187.
Fuel injection system · Fuel railFeb 21, 2020 · NHTSA 20V101000 · Kia Motors America · 51,465 vehicles 2011 Kia Sedona, 2012 Kia Sedona
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Sedona vehicles. The fuel rail may crack from exposure to heat generated within the engine compartment, resulting in a fuel leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak increases the risk of fire.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2020. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC188.
Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsDec 19, 2018 · NHTSA 18V907000 · Kia Motors America · 71,653 vehicles 2011 Kia Optima, 2012 Kia Optima, 2013 Kia Optima, 2014 Kia Optima, 2015 Kia Optima, 2016 Kia Optima, 2017 Kia Optima, 2012 Kia Sorento, 2013 Kia Sorento, 2014 Kia Sorento, 2015 Kia Sorento, 2016 Kia Sorento, 2017 Kia Sorento, 2011 Kia Sportage, 2012 Kia Sportage, 2013 Kia Sportage, 2014 Kia Sportage, 2015 Kia Sportage, 2016 Kia Sportage, 2017 Kia Sportage and 1 more
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Risk and remedy
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Storage · Tank assembly · MountingApr 25, 2011 · NHTSA 11V256000 · Kia Motors Corporation · 58,322 vehicles 2004 Kia Spectra, 2005 Kia Spectra, 2006 Kia Spectra, 2007 Kia Spectra
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 and remedy
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.
StorageSep 11, 2008 · NHTSA 08V459000 · Kia Motors Corporation · 6,680 vehicles 2008 Kia Rondo, 2009 Kia Rondo
Kia is recalling 6,680 my 2008-2009 rondo lx and ex vehicles equipped with a 2.4 liter engine. The fuel pump may not operate properly resulting in not enough fuel getting to the engine. Poor engine starting, engine hesitation, and other impairment may result, and the check engine light may illuminate.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Unusually severe impairment while driving could expose the driver to the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump sub-assembly with an improved part. The recall began on september 22, 2008. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Delivery · Hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsAug 4, 2005 · NHTSA 05V353000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 2,935 vehicles 2003 Kia Sorento
Certain sport utility vehicles may experience a fuel leak from fuel tubes near the fuel tank due to an interference fit with the vehicle floor panel.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace a section of the fuel line. The recall began on october 10, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
StorageMay 3, 2005 · NHTSA 05V212000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 10,360 vehicles 2005 Kia Sportage
On certain sport utility vehicles, fuel may leak from the o-ring into the internal vapor chamber located in the fuel tank at full tank conditions.
Risk and remedy
Risk: The engine may stall when coming to a stop. It will be hard to fill the gas tank and external fuel may leak from the evaporative air filter inlet. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel tank and replace the charcoal canister free of charge. The recall began on may 31, 2005. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Storage · Tank assemblyApr 12, 2004 · NHTSA 04V180000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 25,803 vehicles 2002 Kia Optima, 2003 Kia Optima
Some passenger vehicles may contain a fuel tank assembly valve that may not close properly. If a vehicle with a fuel tank assembly valve that is not properly closed were to roll over, fuel spillage may occur.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Fuel spillage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install an additional fuel tank assembly valve. Owner notification began june 25, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
DeliveryApr 9, 2004 · NHTSA 04V179000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 187,790 vehicles 2001 Kia Rio, 2002 Kia Rio, 2003 Kia Rio, 2004 Kia Rio
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel intake nipple of the fuel distributor is subject to fracture or cracking during removal of the quick connect coupling securing the main fuel tube assembly to the fuel intake nipple, or when force is accidentally applied to the intake nipple during the vehicle assembly process or during engine compartment repairs.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel distributor and main fuel tube assemblies. The recall began june 18, 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Fuel systemSep 24, 2003 · NHTSA 03V352000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 57,340 vehicles 2001 Kia Rio
On certain passenger vehicles, fuel leaks may develop at the fuel distributor assembly because of quality deviations.
Risk and remedy
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the fuel distributor and fuel connector assemblies. Owner notification is expected to begin during the first quarter of 2004. Owners should contact kia at 1-800-333-4542.
Delivery · Fuel pumpNov 9, 1999 · NHTSA 99V317000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 102,944 vehicles 1998 Kia Sephia, 1999 Kia Sephia
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Electrical current to the fuel pump passes through the c304 and c305 connectors. If exposed to moisture, these connectors could corrode. Over time, the fuel pump will not receive enough current to operate.
Risk and remedy
Risk: This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing connectors and reposition those connectors to an area where the placement is designed to prevent contact with moisture.
Delivery · Fuel pumpNov 9, 1999 · NHTSA 99V318000 · Kia Motors America, Inc. · 102,944 vehicles 1998 Kia Sephia, 1999 Kia Sephia
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The electrical circuit for the fuel pump is grounded at junction connector g300. If the pin tension is poor, or the bolt securing the connector to the vehicle floor is not tightened sufficiently, a poor connection is made. As the fuel pump operates, the poor connection can create heat which in turn increases resistance. Eventually the fuel pump will not receive enough current to operate.
Risk and remedy
Risk: This condition could cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: This corrective action is being performed in conjunction with recall no. 99v317.