Escaping vapors could ignite by heat emitted by theexhaust system.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly

Date Announced
OCT 06, 1987
Vehicles Affected
25,000
NHTSA Campaign #
87V157000
Summary
Repeated topping off of fuel tank during refueling reduces the expansion space within the tank allowing vapors to escape from the charcoal filter to outside rather than being inducted into the engine.
Actions
Install redesigned filler neck and a new vent valve and hose for charcoal filter. Also, stop refueling when pump nozzle shuts off.
Documents (1)