Consequence of defect: Leakage of fuel could cause a fire if a source of ignition is present.

Structure — Body — Bumpers

Date Announced
JUL 06, 1990
Vehicles Affected
26,600
NHTSA Campaign #
90V124000
Summary
In a rear end collision, the pickup box crossmember could contact the fuel pump modules fuel line, causing a fuel leak which would be in non-compliance with FMVSS 301.
Actions
Install two pickup box reinforcement blocker brackets to the undercarriage to eliminate contact with fuel line.
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