NHTSA Recall 82V103000
NHTSA Campaign Id 82V103000; Date: Oct. 18, 1982
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 Utilimaster Util I Van; 1980 Utilimaster Util I Van
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly
Manufactured by: Utilimaster Corporation
Affected Units:: 270
Recall Summary:
On certain vehicles, the welds on the fuel tank mounting brackets may fail. The fuel tank may slip and begin leaking fuel or it may separate entirely from the chassis.
How to Fix:
The dealer will disconnect the angle mounting brackets and add a strap mounting to the gasoline tank. Any leaking tanks will be replaced at no charge to owners.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks (utility vans). System: fuel; fuel tank, mounting bracket. Consequences of defect: leaking fuel may result in a vehicle fire and personalinjury to passengers. A separated fuel tank would present an obstacle totraffic and could cause an accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 8, 1982
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