Fuel system: hoses, lines / piping, and fittings Pontiac recall

The problem

On the involved vehicles, the incorrect fuel hose pipe was installed. Consequently, the needed special reinforcement, used to help prevent rupture of the hose and spillage of fuel resulting from an impact from the side, was omitted. This would constitute a non-compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 310, "Fuel system integrity".

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, install the correct fuel hose without charge to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: fuel; fuel hose.Consequences of defect: in the event of an accident, if an ignition source ispresent, a vehicle fire and serious personal injury could occur.

What to do

1. 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.
2. Call a dealer. Any authorized Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V024000.
3. Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
4. Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.