General Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V080000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V080000 by General Motors, Llc. Affecting model year 2011 chevrolet express vehicles converted by impco automotive to run compressed natural gas (cng), manufactured between november 23, 2010 and december 23, 2010 and equipped with a four tank configuration using a pressure relief device (prd) and pressure relief vent pipe assembly Includes 48 affected units, CNG Pressure Relief Vent Pipe, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2011 chevrolet express vehicles converted by impco automotive to run compressed natural gas (cng), manufactured between november 23, 2010 and december 23, 2010 and equipped with a four tank configuration using a pressure relief device (prd) and pressure relief vent pipe assembly

Defect Summary

General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express vehicles converted by impco automotive to run compressed natural gas (cng), manufactured between november 23, 2010 and december 23, 2010 and equipped with a four tank configuration using a pressure relief device (prd) and pressure relief vent pipe assembly. in the affected vehicles, the pressure relief vent pipe assembly may have been built incorrectly.

Corrective Action

Impco automotive, in cooperation with general motors will inspect and make any necessary repairs on the pressure relief device and vent pipe assembly. the safety recall began on march 28, 2013. owners may contact general motors at 1-800-521-7300.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V080000
Manufacturer: General Motors, Llc
Report Received Date: 2013-03-08T00:00:00
Subject: Cng pressure relief vent pipe
Component: Fuel System, Other
Potentially Affected Units: 48

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 13065
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: General motors is recalling certain model year 2011 chevrolet express vehicles converted by impco automotive to run compressed natural gas (cng), manufactured between november 23, 2010 and december 23, 2010 and equipped with a four tank configuration using a pressure relief device (prd) and pressure relief vent pipe assembly. in the affected vehicles, the pressure relief vent pipe assembly may have been built incorrectly.
Consequence Summary: If a pressure relief device activates with an improperly assembled vent pipe, compressed natural gas may be vented into the passenger compartment. if an ignition source is present, an explosion or fire may result.
Corrective Action: Impco automotive, in cooperation with general motors will inspect and make any necessary repairs on the pressure relief device and vent pipe assembly. the safety recall began on march 28, 2013. owners may contact general motors at 1-800-521-7300.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-uvu5~3mzv-ze22
NHTSA ID: 13V080000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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