Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
What Happened
Your vehicle's fuel tank straps might not be holding it in place properly due to a manufacturing issue, which could cause the tank to leak fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If your fuel tank leaks and there's an ignition source nearby, it could catch fire, causing damage to your vehicle and potentially putting you at risk.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this is a free fix! Your dealership will replace the faulty fuel tank retention straps at no cost to you, starting in October 2007.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE, THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND COULD SEPARATE. THIS CAN CAUSE THE FUEL TANK TO LOOSEN AND LEAK FUEL.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERBODY FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK RETENTION STRAPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING OCTOBER 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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