Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Manufacturer
MITSUBISHI MOTORS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The fuel tank leveling valve in your vehicle is a small component that helps prevent fuel from spilling when the tank is full. It's located inside the fuel tank and is triggered by temperature changes.
Risk if Unfixed
If the valve fails, fuel could leak onto the ground. This is a fire hazard, especially if there's an ignition source nearby.
Free Fix
Your Mitsubishi dealership will replace the faulty leveling valve at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as possible to ensure your safety.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS FULL AND THE VEHICLE IS PARKED FACING FORWARD ON AN UPWARD SLOPE, THE FUEL TANK LEVELING VALVE MAY NOT MAINTAIN PROPER SEALING IN THE EVENT THE FUEL EXPANDS FROM A RISE IN THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE FUEL LEVELING VALVE DOES NOT SEAL PROPERLY, FUEL MAY LEAK ONTO THE GROUND. FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEVELING VALVE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT MITSUBISHI AT 1-800-222-0037 OR MITSUBISHI CARIBBEAN AT 1-787-251-8715.
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