The problem
Vantage mobility international (vmi) is recalling certain model year 2011, honda odyssey northstar and summit minivans manufactured from june 26, 2011, through august 22, 2011, and with wheelchair accessible conversion, for containing 2 faulty fuel lines with non-conductive connectors.
The risk
The non-conductive lines may not dissipate the static electricity which could create a spark. Fuel leakage in the presence of spark could cause a fire.
The fix
Vmi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel lines free of charge. The safety recall began on september 29, 2011. Owners may contact vmi at 1-602-304-3265.
Contacts
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Vmi dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 11V462000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.