Kia Picanto recall: Fuel filler neck rubber hoses may crack over time
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- Rubber hoses in the fuel filler neck may crack over time and could leak.
- What to do
- Contact a Kia dealer to book the free repair. Improved quality levelling and filler hoses will be installed replacing all of the potentially defective items.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
Rubber hoses in the fuel filler neck may crack over time and could leak.
The fix
Improved quality levelling and filler hoses will be installed replacing all of the potentially defective items.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picanto | 1 Feb 2011 | 30 Jun 2012 | 8,998 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 11 September 2018. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.