Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

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

Date Announced
DEC 15, 1995
Vehicles Affected
747,000
NHTSA Campaign #
95V244000
Summary
It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.
Actions
Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.
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