NHTSA Recall 83V114000
NHTSA Campaign Id 83V114000; Date: Nov. 7, 1983
Recalled Vehicles:
1983 Am General Dj5m
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Am General Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,545
Recall Summary:
A collision could result in a fuel line being pinched between the fuel pump inlet and the electrical diagnostic unit mounting bracket. This could cause a fuel leak which is a failure to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity".
How to Fix:
The mounting bracket of the electrical diagnostic unit will be repositioned to increase clearance around the fuel line. New bracket kits will be supplied by manufacturer for installation on fleet owned vehicles.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: light trucks (postal delivery vehicles). System: fuel system; fuel line. Consequences of defect: fuel leakage following an accident could lead to a fireand result in personal injury.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 29, 1983
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