NHTSA Recall 00V237000
NHTSA Campaign Id 00V237000; Date: Aug. 25, 2000
A crack in the fuel tank could allow fuel or fumes to escape. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1995 Mitsubishi Galant; 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Mitsubishi America
Affected Units:: 10,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Cracks can occur in the top of the fuel tank due to an improper spot weld on the baffle plate to the top portion of the fuel tank.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the upper surface of the fuel tank for any signs of cracking. If no cracking or leaking is found, dealers will install a sealing protector plate. If any cracking or leakage is found, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began September 25, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 25, 2000
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