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Safety recall · 87V013000

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

SAAB CARS USA, INC. reported this recall to NHTSA on February 10, 1987. It covers about 15,446 vehicles across 2 model years listed below. The repair is free.

Check my VIN at NHTSAAffected vehicles
Campaign
87V013000
Reported
Feb 10, 1987
Vehicles
15,446
Area
Fuel system

The problem

The fuel hose between the pressure regulator and the injector fuel rail may rupture due to stress.

The risk

This could result in a fuel leak and possibly a fire.

The fix

Replace fuel hose with new preformed plastic hose.

Contacts

System: engine/fuel injection hose.Vehicle description: passenger cars.

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 Saab dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 87V013000.
  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
1986 Saab 90092C
1987 Saab 90042B

Questions

Is the 87V013000 recall repair free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to fix safety recalls free of charge. SAAB CARS USA, INC.'s dealers do the work; the remedy is described above.

How do I know if my vehicle is part of recall 87V013000?

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 87V013000 announced?

SAAB CARS USA, INC. reported it to NHTSA on February 10, 1987. 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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