Saab Cars Usa, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #78V001000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 78V001000 by Saab Cars Usa, Inc.. Includes 18,088 affected units, FUEL:FUEL LINES:METALLIC, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

The fuel line may have been installed in a way such that the axle could contact the line and eventually cause the line to rupture, allowing fuel to leak to the ground.

Corrective Action

The dealer will remove the hose between the return check valve and fuel tank and install a longer hose of a preformed shape.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 78V001000

Manufacturer: Saab Cars Usa, Inc.

Report Received Date: 1978-12-04T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel lines:metallic

Component: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potentially Affected Units: 18,088

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: The fuel line may have been installed in a way such that the axle could contact the line and eventually cause the line to rupture, allowing fuel to leak to the ground.

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: The dealer will remove the hose between the return check valve and fuel tank and install a longer hose of a preformed shape.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 78V001000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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