NHTSA Recall 78V181000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V181000; Date: Aug. 17, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 Subaru Brat; 1979 Subaru Brat
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Subaru Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 23,000
Recall Summary:
A tube in the fuel evaporative emission control system can become obstructed, causing excessive pressure to build up in the fuel tank. This usually occurs in extremely high temperatures or intense sunlight. Excessive pressure build-up causes the fuel tank to bulge. A short hairline crack may develop and fuel leakage may result.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, will install a newly designed tube and valve assembly in the evaporative emission control system.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: fuel leakage may lead to a fire, vehicle damage andserious injury to vehicle passengers. .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 17, 1978
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