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2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser recall: delivery

Daimlerchrysler Corporation reported this safety recall on August 8, 2002. It covers about 345,436 vehicles.

vehicles affected
345,436
reported
Aug 8, 2002
owners notified
Aug 12, 2002
related complaints
72

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery

What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump module mounting flange could leak fuel if the vehicle is involved in a rollover crash.
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a secondary seal over the fuel pump module. Owner notification began august 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Recall number 02V215000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 72 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 02V215000

Is there a recall on the 2001-2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser delivery?

Yes. Recall 02V215000, reported on August 8, 2002, covers about 345,436 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 02V215000?

Dealers will install a secondary seal over the fuel pump module. Owner notification began august 12, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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