Grumman Allied Ind., Inc. | NHTSA Recall #83V138000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 83V138000 by Grumman Allied Ind., Inc.. Includes 51 affected units, FUEL:FUEL EMISSION CONTROL:LINES:VAPOR VENT, component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

In the event of a collision, vehicle may leak fuel when rolled to an inclination of less than 45 degrees. Although a vent valve is present, the valve closes only when the vehicle angle exceeds 45 degrees. This does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

Corrective Action

Dealer will replace the vent hose with one of an improved design. The vent hose will be rerouted to a position above the maximum fuel level and will discharge into the fuel tank filler pipe.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 83V138000

Manufacturer: Grumman Allied Ind., Inc.

Report Received Date: 1983-12-27T00:00:00

Subject: Fuel:fuel emission control:lines:vapor vent

Component: Engine And Engine Cooling

Potentially Affected Units: 51

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: In the event of a collision, vehicle may leak fuel when rolled to an inclination of less than 45 degrees. Although a vent valve is present, the valve closes only when the vehicle angle exceeds 45 degrees. This does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity."

Consequence Summary: N/A

Corrective Action: Dealer will replace the vent hose with one of an improved design. The vent hose will be rerouted to a position above the maximum fuel level and will discharge into the fuel tank filler pipe.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-iicz-bk3m-2zxx

NHTSA ID: 83V138000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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