1995-1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse recall: fuel system, gasoline
Mitsubishi America reported this safety recall on August 27, 1996. It covers about 5,731 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,731
- reported
- Aug 27, 1996
- owners notified
- Aug 21, 1996
- related complaints
- 29
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank gaskets for the fuel pump and/or gauge unit gasket could have been incorrectly installed allowing fuel or fumes to escape.
- Risk
- If an ignition source were present, the fuel leakage could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and if the gaskets are found to be leaking, replace the fuel tank, caps and gaskets.
Recall number 96V158001
Affected vehicles
- Mitsubishi Eclipse 1995-1996 19951996
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 29 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 96V158001
Is there a recall on the 1995-1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse fuel system, gasoline?
Yes. Recall 96V158001, reported on August 27, 1996, covers about 5,731 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V158001?
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and if the gaskets are found to be leaking, replace the fuel tank, caps and gaskets.
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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