NHTSA Recall # | 50197 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 73V186000 |
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Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
Supplier | PONTIAC |
Brand | PONTIAC |
Model | GRAND PRIX |
Model Year | 1973 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE |
Date of notification | 12/09/73 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 01/08/72 |
End date of manufacturing | 01/05/73 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 14/09/73 |
Report created | 12/10/79 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 685434 |
Defect summary | |
Consequence summary | |
Corrective action | |
Recall notes | General motor campaign no 73-c-8. Possibility that the fuel line accumulatorwelch plug may become dislodged, allowing the fuel to siphon from the fuel tankonto the surface under the car when the engine is not running. If thiscondition exists spilled fuel can accumulate and a spark or flame could cause afire and injury to persons in the vicinity.(correct by inspecting andreplacing with a fuel hose and hose support). |