Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #04V319000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V319000 by Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.. Includes 44,214 affected units, MITSUBISHI/FUEL LEAKAGE, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain sport utility vehicles, when the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked facing forward on an upward slope, the fuel tank leveling valve may not maintain proper sealing in the event the fuel expands from a rise in the ambient temperature.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the leveling valve. the recall began on august 30, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Recall Overview
NHTSA ID: 04V319000
Manufacturer: Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2004-07-06T00:00:00
Subject: Mitsubishi/fuel leakage
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 44,214
Details
MFR Campaign Number: SR-04-008
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain sport utility vehicles, when the fuel tank is full and the vehicle is parked facing forward on an upward slope, the fuel tank leveling valve may not maintain proper sealing in the event the fuel expands from a rise in the ambient temperature.
Consequence Summary: If the fuel leveling valve does not seal properly, fuel may leak onto the ground. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the leveling valve. the recall began on august 30, 2004. owners should contact mitsubishi at 1-800-222-0037 or mitsubishi caribbean at 1-787-251-8715.
Safety Information
Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A
Metadata
SID: row-adbs~3zjx~fbru
NHTSA ID: 04V319000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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