Kia 2014 Optima Fuel Hose Recall: Fire Risk from Cracks
Kia recalls 2013-2014 Optima vehicles with potential fuel hose cracks that could cause fire. Free repairs include replacing damaged hoses or adding heat-protective tape.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the fuel hose cracks, a fuel leak can occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
What happened, in plain English
Kia is recalling certain 2013-2014 Optima vehicles because the fuel hose may crack over time, creating a fire risk. Owners should have the hose inspected and repaired by a dealer at no cost. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1249471-kia-2014-optima-fuel-hose-recall-fire-risk-from-cracks.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1249471-kia-2014-optima-fuel-hose-recall-fire-risk-from-cracks · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #20V100000
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“Kia 2014 Optima Fuel Hose Recall: Fire Risk from Cracks.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1249471-kia-2014-optima-fuel-hose-recall-fire-risk-from-cracks. Based on NHTSA recall #20V100000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=20V100000).
Why it’s dangerous
The fuel hose can crack due to heat in the engine compartment over time. If it cracks, fuel leaks may occur, increasing the risk of fire.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2013-2014 Kia Optima vehicles with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines are affected. Drivers who keep the vehicle running without regular inspections are at higher risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check for 2013-2014 Optima models with 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection or 2.0L GDI Turbo engines. The recall started June 12, 2020, and applies to vehicles purchased between 2013 and 2014.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Kia Customer Service
Call 1-800-333-4542 to schedule a free inspection of the fuel hose.
Have Fuel Hose Inspected
Dealers will check the low pressure fuel hose for damage or leaks and replace it if needed.
Receive Heat-Protective Tape
If the hose is fine, Kia will install heat-protective tape to prevent cracking.
What NHTSA says to do
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.
How this recall unfolded
Recall timeline
2 dated steps over 4 months.
- NHTSA received the defect report
- Recall began
Dates from the agency record only; steps without a date are left out.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #20V100000 (February 21, 2020)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
- GovInfoNow is an independent service and is not a government agency. We republish official NHTSA recall data; we don’t issue, amend or administer recalls.