FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect
PLASTIC FUEL GAUGE MOUNTING NUT MAY CRACK AND ALLOW FUEL TO LEAK FROM THE FUEL TANK.
Consequence
IF FUEL COMES INTO CONTACT WITH A HOT EXHAUST SYSTEM OROTHER IGNITION SOURCE, IT COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy
REPLACE MOUNTING NUTS WITH NUTS OF AN IMPROVED MATERIAL.
Notes
SYSTEM: FUEL GAUGE MOUNTING NUT.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS.