Kia America Inc. is recalling more than 141,000 vehicles, according to a recent notice posted on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s website.
The recall for the Kia vehicles, which includes approximately 141,032 vehicles, is due to a fault in the car's fuel pipe, according to the notice. The NHTSA says fuel could leak at the connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail, increasing the risk of a fire.
Here’s what you need to know about the recall and what models are included.
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Owners of impacted models are expected to receive notification letters on June 2, according to the notice. Officials said that the fuel pipe will be tightened or replaced by a dealer as necessary, free of charge.
