A static charge can discharge and serve as an ignition source for fuel vapors in the area of the filler pipe, resulting in a flash vapor ignition and a vehicle fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly — Filler Pipe And Cap

Date Announced
SEP 29, 1994
Vehicles Affected
8,000
NHTSA Campaign #
94V184000
Summary
A metal shield on the outside of the plastic fuel filler pipe can develop a static electrical charge during refueling of the vehicle.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, modify the vehicles by adding a ground strap between the filler pipe shield and the body.
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