NHTSA Recall 78V087000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V087000; Date: Apr. 20, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Suzuki Gs1000c; 1978 Suzuki Gs1000ec
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
Manufactured by: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Affected Units:: 7,450
Recall Summary:
The fuel tank cap vent system could fail to vent properly. If the vent hole in the cap becomes blocked during vehicle operation, a vacuum "lock" condition could result.
How to Fix:
Dealer will replace the rubber restrictor piece with a new plastic restriction piece and other associated components, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: motorcycles. System: fuel; tank/cap. Consequences of defect: these conditions would lead to unpredictable enginestalling and decreased engine performance. Engine stalling in heavy trafficcould lead to a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 10, 1978
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