Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
The fuel pump module in your vehicle is held in place by a mounting flange. In a rollover crash, this flange can leak fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If fuel leaks out and there's a spark, it could catch fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your authorized dealer will add an extra seal to the fuel pump module to prevent leaks, and this repair is completely free. You should contact the dealer to schedule the service and get the fix as soon as possible.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FUEL PUMP MODULE MOUNTING FLANGE COULD LEAK FUEL IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A ROLLOVER CRASH.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A SECONDARY SEAL OVER THE FUEL PUMP MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN AUGUST 12, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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