Fuel system: fuel rail Cadillac recall

The problem

Due to fuel hose connection deterioration, the fuel hose connection from the underbody fuel pipe to the fuel rail at the rear of the engine may leak gasoline.

The fix

Dealer will replace the existing hose with a hypalon hose and new clamps. Dealer will also check the pressure of the fuel system at no cost to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with electronic fuelinjection.System: fuel; fuel hose.Consequences of defect: if a gas leak were to develop in the presence of anignition source, a vehicle fire and passenger injury could result.

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 Cadillac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V197000.
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.