Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery

Date Announced

SEP 18, 2000

Vehicles Affected

5,700

NHTSA Campaign #

00V277002

Summary

Vehicle description: Sport utility vehicles. The O-ring seals in the fuel line connector at the outlet end of the fuel filter were damaged when the line was connected to the filter during vehicle assembly. In some cases, this damage could result in a fuel odor, or possibly in fuel dripping from the connection.

Actions

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel line.

Documents (5)

• Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Quarterly Performance Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Defect and Noncompliance Notice(Part 573)
• Fax Acknowledgement