The problem
The carburetor fuel feed hose may not have been properly positioned during assembly. As a result the hose could come in contact with or be too close to the engine emission exhaust system gas recirculation valve. This can cause the hose to rupture.
The fix
The dealer will inspect the fuel feed hose and reposition it, if necessary. Also, any damaged hose will be replaced.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: fuel; lines, hoses, non-metallic.Consequences of defect: a ruptured fuel hose would allow fuel leakage. If anignition source is present a fire could result and cause an accident andpersonal injury.Note: until vehicle can be serviced, driver should be alerted to any odor ofgasoline or indications of smoke from the engine compartment. If any of theseconditions are observed, the vehicle should be brought to a safe stop out oftraffic. The hood should not be opened until the engine has cooled or drivercould burn fingers.
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 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V151000.
- 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.