General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #06V398000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 06V398000 by General Motors, Llc. Includes 17,676 affected units, FUEL LINE AND FUSE BLOCK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 1.6l engine, during a ncap severe frontal crash test, the fuel line in the engine compartment developed a fracture. in addition, the crash damage caused four short circuits in the fuse block, the combination of which allowed the fuel pump to continue running and fuel leaked onto the ground.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the fuse block and install a new section of fuel line that has been redesigned free of charge. the recall began on november 16, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 06V398000

Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2006-10-17T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel line and fuse block

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 17,676

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 06133

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 1.6l engine, during a ncap severe frontal crash test, the fuel line in the engine compartment developed a fracture. in addition, the crash damage caused four short circuits in the fuse block, the combination of which allowed the fuel pump to continue running and fuel leaked onto the ground.

Consequence Summary: If these conditions occurred in an actual crash, a vehicle fire could occur.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the fuse block and install a new section of fuel line that has been redesigned free of charge. the recall began on november 16, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 06V398000

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Created At: 1741512641

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Updated At: 1741512641

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