NHTSA recall 03V019000
Fuel System, Gasoline · General Motors, LLC
Details
What's wrong: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, vehicles, during a 30 degree left angle frontal impact of sufficient severity, a tear could develop in the mid-frame cross member at its attachment to the left frame rail. If the mid-frame cross member tears during frontal impact and produces a sharp edge, contact of the sharp edge with the fuel tank could result in a puncture of the fuel tank and possible fuel…
Why it matters: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install a fuel tank shield. Owner notification began February 20, 2003.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2003 Chevrolet Avalanche, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban, 2003 Gmc Yukon Xl.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 03V019000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.