Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer
GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
What Happened
The fuel rail pulse damper in your truck's engine is a small clip that helps keep the engine running smoothly. In certain 8.1L V8 engines, this clip can break and fail to do its job.
Risk if Unfixed
If the clip fails, a fuel leak could occur, and if there's an ignition source nearby, it could cause a fire.
Free Fix
Your dealership will replace the faulty clip with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety on the road.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN 8.1L V8 (RPO L8-VIN G) ENGINE HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE DAMPER.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE DAMPER COMES LOOSE, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC TRUCKS AT 1-866-996-9463.
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