NHTSA Recall 04V557000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V557000; Date: Nov. 19, 2004
Over time, this could cause the fuel lines to loosen from the pump resulting in fuel leakage. If an ignition source were present, the fuel may ignite resulting in a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 SAAB 9-3; 2002 SAAB 9-3; 2001 SAAB 9-3 Convertible; 2002 SAAB 9-3 Convertible
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Affected Units:: 17,394
Recall Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump retaining tabs holding the fuel lines were damaged during production.
How to Fix:
Dealers will develop a securing bracket that will secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump even if the plastic retaining tabs should break. The recall began on March 14, 2005. Owners should contact SAAB at 1-800-955-9007.
Recall Notes:
SAAB recall no. 15018 (gm recall no. 04101). Customers can 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: Mar 14, 2005
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