Consequence of non-compliance: If an ignition source was present, fuel leakage resulting from this puncture could result in a post-crash fire.

Fuel System, Gasoline — Storage — Tank Assembly

Summary

The fuel tank on these vehicles can become punctured by a fuel tank flange attachment reinforcement during rear-end collisions. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel tank integrity."

Actions

Dealers will install two new shield gussets between the fuel tank and attachment brackets to prevent the reinforcement from puncturing the fuel tank wall.

Documents (1)

• Recall Document

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