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Safety recall · 82V076000

Fuel system: tank assembly Chevrolet, Pontiac recall

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this recall to NHTSA on July 29, 1982. It covers about 24,455 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Campaign
82V076000
Reported
Jul 29, 1982
Vehicles
24,455
Area
Fuel system

The problem

Fuel tank ventilator valve in the fuel system may produce a loud and persistent "whistle" during venting of the tank. If the fuel filler cap is removed while this condition exists and the tank is more than 3/4 full, gasoline may be forced out of the filler neck onto bystanders.

The risk

Consequence of defect: fire and personal injury could result if introduced to an ignition source.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank ventilator and pressure control valves without charge to owner.

Contacts

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with fuel injection engines. Ystem: fuel; fuel tank ventilator valve.: Fire and personal injury could result in the presenceof an ignition source.

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 Chevrolet, Pontiac dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 82V076000.
  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.

Vehicles covered

VehicleComplaintsRecallsGrade
1982 Chevrolet Camaro34C
1982 Pontiac Firebird34B

Questions

Is the 82V076000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. GENERAL MOTORS CORP.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 82V076000?

Not every vehicle of a listed model year is included. Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call a dealer with your VIN.

When was recall 82V076000 announced?

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported it to NHTSA on July 29, 1982. Owners are usually notified by mail within about two months.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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