2000 Chevrolet Malibu recall: filler pipe and cap
General Motors Corp. reported this safety recall on October 29, 1999. It covers about 43,218 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 43,218
- reported
- Oct 29, 1999
- owners notified
- Nov 18, 1999
- related complaints
- 79
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel fill fitting is not properly secured to the fuel tank. In that condition, fuel leakage would exceed the permissible amount in an fmvss test. Fuel leaks may occur, particularly after refueling or when the tank is more than half full.
- Risk
- If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary.
Recall number 99V302000
Affected vehicles
- Chevrolet Malibu 2000 2000
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 79 complaints about fuel system problems.
Questions about recall 99V302000
Is there a recall on the 2000 Chevrolet Malibu filler pipe and cap?
Yes. Recall 99V302000, reported on October 29, 1999, covers about 43,218 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V302000?
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary.
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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