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1995-1996 Girardin MB IV recall: filler pipe and cap

A. Girardin Inc. reported this safety recall on July 29, 1997. It covers about 147 vehicles.

vehicles affected
147
reported
Jul 29, 1997
owners notified
Apr 26, 1997

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap

What is wrong
Vehicle description: transit coaches. The seat support channels of the floor structure is located close to the fuel filler pipe. The pipe could be punctured and when filling the gasoline tank, fuel can be spilled on the road surface.
Risk
If fuel is spilled and an ignition source is present, a vehicle fire could result.
Remedy
Owners were provided with installation instructions and a double lip steel reinforced trim to be installed on the edge of the seat support channel to eliminate the sharp edge of the support which could puncture the pipe.

Recall number 97V120000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 97V120000

Is there a recall on the 1995-1996 Girardin MB IV filler pipe and cap?

Yes. Recall 97V120000, reported on July 29, 1997, covers about 147 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 97V120000?

Owners were provided with installation instructions and a double lip steel reinforced trim to be installed on the edge of the seat support channel to eliminate the sharp edge of the support which could puncture the pipe.

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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