NHTSA recall 99V302000
Fuel System, Gasoline · General Motors, LLC
October 29, 1999report date
43,218units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details
What's wrong: Certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." The fuel fill fitting is not properly secured to the fuel tank. In that condition, fuel leakage would exceed the permissible amount in an fmvss test. Fuel leaks may occur, particularly after refueling or when the tank is more than half full.
Why it matters: If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V302000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.