The problem
The fuel caps on the involved vehicles do not seal properly and are not in compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "Fuel system integrity." Contact with fuel causes the fuel cap gasket to swell, preventing adequate sealing between cap and filler opening.
The fix
A replacement cap will be sent to each owner of an affected vehicle, free of charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: fuel system; fuel filler cap.Consequences of defect: the lack of a seal can cause fuel leakage when the tankis full. In addition, contact with fuel may also cause the inner portion of thecaps to dissolve causing the cap to crack or break. A fire could occur ineither case and could result in injury to occupants.
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 Peugeot dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 84V151000.
- 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.