Kia Picanto Recall R/2026/251: Kia Picanto Possible Under Bonnet Fuel Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 24 Jul 2026
- Launched
- 4,721
- vehicles in the UK
- 261054
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Kia recalled Picanto vehicles built between 7 September 2020 and 21 July 2023. Fuel leakage may occur due to contact between the fuel line and the battery tray cable. The recall notice describes the fix as: Carry out a visual inspection pipe if no damage re-route and secure the pipe. If damaged replace the pipe and re-route. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Fuel leakage may occur due to contact between the fuel line and the battery tray cable. For affected cars this may lead to damage of the fuel line and the risk of a fuel leak..
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Kia Picanto Possible Under Bonnet Fuel Leak Defect: Fuel leakage may occur due to contact between the fuel line and the battery tray cable. For affected cars this may lead to damage of the fuel line and the risk of a fuel leak. Remedy: Carry out a visual inspection pipe if no damage re-route and secure the pipe. If damaged replace the pipe and re-route.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to damage of the fuel line and the risk of a fuel leak..
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: Carry out a visual inspection pipe if no damage re-route and secure the pipe. If damaged replace the pipe and re-route.
Are You Affected?
Picanto built between 7 September 2020 and 21 July 2023 may be included. Kia estimates 4,721 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Kia, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Kia.
- Book with any franchised Kia dealer, quoting the campaign code 261054 or the DVSA reference R/2026/251. See how to get a Kia recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| PicantoKia Picanto ISLA upgrade | Low | R/2024/367 | |
| PicantoKia Picanto EGR valve | Urgent | R/2024/317 | |
| PicantoSome vehicles do not have an audible warning when the rear fog lamp is left switched on | Book soon | R/2022/122 | |
| PicantoFuel filler neck rubber hoses may crack over time | Urgent | R/2018/246 | |
| PicantoCorrosion may affect handbrake performance | Urgent | R/2012/138 |
This is one of 87 Kia recalls in DVSA’s data. The Kia recall launched before it was R/2026/207 on 13 Jul 2026, for kia K4 rear centre seatbelt buckle. The one launched after it was R/2026/252 on 3 Aug 2026, for kia PV5 seat belt retaining bolts. You can also see every Kia recall, the Kia Picanto recall history, all recalls launched in 2026 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/251, launched 24 July 2026. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.