NHTSA recall 00V314001
Fuel System, Gasoline · Hyundai Motor America
Details
What's wrong: The evaporative emission control systems may apply excessive vacuum to the fuel tanks during the canister purge cycle. Minor fuel tank distortion could result. A small crack could develop on the upper fuel tank surface. The "check engine" light would then illuminate and, in some cases, the vehicle driver could notice a gasoline odor.
Why it matters: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will pressure check the vehicle's fuel tank to determine if it has cracked. If it is cracked, a new fuel tank will be installed. A new fuel filler cap that decreases the amount of vacuum inside the fuel tank will also be installed.
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All model years NHTSA lists
1998 Hyundai Accent, 1997 Hyundai Accent Gt, 1997 Hyundai Sonata, 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V314001.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.