- Kia is recalling 58,322 2004-'07 Spectras, primarily in Midwestern and northeastern states.
- Exposure to road salt can rust out the straps that hold the fuel tank to the vehicle.
- Dealers will retrofit new zinc-coated straps when the recall begins in June.
WASHINGTON — Kia is recalling 58,322 2004-'07 Spectras, primarily in Midwestern and northeastern states, because corrosion from road salt could cause the fuel tank to fall off the vehicle, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
NHTSA said prolonged exposure to road salt could cause corrosion of the straps that hold the tank.
"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," the agency said. As a consequence, the agency said, "the fuel tank can fall from the vehicle and strike the ground, which could cause a fuel leak," creating a fire hazard.
Kia dealers will replace the fuel-tank straps and attaching hardware with new zinc-coated parts. The recall is expected to begin in June. Owners can contact Kia at (800) 333-4542.
Inside Line says: If you own the aforementioned Kia Spectra, be aware that a recall is in the works. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent
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muhammadhady says:
05:01 AM, 07/02/2011
:D
gsta says:
02:14 PM, 05/11/2011
ATTENTION: Those under a rock:
Q: What is the number one trade-in for the 2011 Kia Optima?
A: BMW
Yes, Kia vehicles must only be sold to people in trailer parks or people with bad credit scores....have you ever seen a BMW in a trailer park? No, I haven't either. Did you notice the number recalled? How many other manufactureres recall so few vehicles in a recall??
ambee514 says:
06:39 AM, 04/30/2011
I think this highlights the corrosion effects of the salt compounds. I want heated road surface instead of salt on every road in the country! lol
akula1 says:
06:41 PM, 04/29/2011
Best recall EVER!
agentorange says:
05:22 PM, 04/29/2011
You put plain steel retainers on vehicles being sold in a country that puts salt on the roads. Which part of "Duh!" shall I explain?
bengal3200 says:
01:30 PM, 04/29/2011
Yeah, that's embarassing.