2008 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana recall: storage

General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on July 14, 2008. It covers about 567 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 567
reported: Jul 14, 2008
owners notified: Jul 30, 2008
related complaints: 2

Fuel system, gasoline: storage

What is wrong: Gm is recalling 567 my 2008 chevrolet express and gmc savana cutaway vehicles with a 139" wheel base. The frame rail on the driver's side may be wider than specification.
Risk: If the frame rail is wider than specification, over time it may contact the fuel tank housing, resulting in a possible fuel leak. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the clearance between the frame rail and fuel tank housing and will rework the frame rail if necessary free of charge. The recall began on july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑966‑9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

Recall number 08V315000

Affected vehicles

Chevrolet Express 2008 2008
GMC Savana 2008 2008

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about fuel system problems.

2008 Chevrolet Express 2008 GMC Savana

Questions about recall 08V315000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana storage?

Yes. Recall 08V315000, reported on July 14, 2008, covers about 567 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V315000?

Dealers will inspect the clearance between the frame rail and fuel tank housing and will rework the frame rail if necessary free of charge. The recall began on july 30, 2008. Owners may contact chevrolet at 1‑800‑630‑2438, gmc at 1‑866‑966‑9463, or through their website at http://www.gmownercenter.com .

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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