NHTSA Recall 99V302000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V302000; Date: Oct. 29, 1999
If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
Recalled Vehicles:
2000 Chevrolet Malibu
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap
Manufactured by: General Motors Corp.
Affected Units:: 43,218
Recall Summary:
Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity. " the fuel fill fitting is not properly secured to the fuel tank. In that condition, fuel leakage would exceed the permissible amount in an fmvss test. Fuel leaks may occur, particularly after refueling or when the tank is more than half full.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary.
Recall Notes:
Gm recall no. 99075. Owner notification began November 18, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 18, 1999
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