NHTSA Recall 79V048000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V048000; Date: Feb. 13, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 Volvo 242; 1976 Volvo 242; 1977 Volvo 242; 1975 Volvo 244; 1976 Volvo 244; 1977 Volvo 244; 1975 Volvo 245; 1976 Volvo 245; 1977 Volvo 245; 1976 Volvo 262; 1976 Volvo 264; 1976 Volvo 265
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Volvo Of America Corp.
Affected Units:: 61,000
Recall Summary:
The involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary. The valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems. Certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. System: fuel; fuel tank. Consequences of defect: this condition can lead to a fire hazard resulting in avehicle accident and serious personal injury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 26, 1979
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