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NHTSA recall 96V234000

Fuel System, Gasoline · General Motors, LLC

November 14, 1996report date
432,183units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: During development testing, the prop shaft contacted the inboard side of the fuel tank allowing fuel leakage. This leakage was in excess of the amount permitted by fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity."

Why it matters: If an ignition source is present, and there is a fuel leak, a fire could occur.

The fix: Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. This will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1995 Chevrolet Blazer, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer, 1995 Gmc Jimmy, 1996 Gmc Jimmy, 1996 Oldsmobile Bravada.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 96V234000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.