NHTSA Recall 78V026000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V026000; Date: Feb. 8, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Dodge Omni; 1978 Plymouth Horizon
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Chrysler Corporation
Affected Units:: 3,000
Recall Summary:
The fuel tanks on the involved vehicles may exhibit fuel leakage when completely filled. This condition was caused by the rear floor carpet fasteners penetrating the top of the fuel tank.
How to Fix:
The dealer will inspect vehicles for presence of carpet fasteners across the rear seat area. If any fasteners are found, they will be removed, the floor pan holes sealed, and the fuel tank dropped and inspected for nail holes. If holes are found, the fuel tank will be replaced.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: fuel leakage may result in vehicle fire, occupantinjury and property damage.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 7, 1978
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