2000 Kia Sportage

Certain vehicles may develop fuel leaks at the fuel pump outlet spigot located on top of the fuel pump cover plate.  Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.  Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel pump outlet spigot with an improved version.

On certain vehicles, the front seat belt buckles may not latch properly, even though they emit a clicking sound during latching.  Improperly latched buckles would not provide passenger restraint and could pull out at any time, especially during a collision.  Correction:  Dealers will replace the front seat belt buckles.

Certain vehicles do not comply with Regulation 6 - Statement of Compliance.  The outer circle of the National Safety Mark was omitted and the vehicle type was not stated in both official languages on the compliance label.  Correction:  A correct National Safety Mark will be affixed to affected vehicles.  An adhesive label, which indicates the vehicle type in both French and English, will be affixed to the permanent compliance label.