Recall 00V-309
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2000 to 2001 Saturn SC and 3 other models: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 00V-309
- Reported
- October 12, 2000
- Vehicles affected
- 6,092 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: certain passenger vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." these vehicles were built with an inadequate vent valve weld on the top portion of the fuel tank.
The risk
Fuel spillage could occur during refueling or if the vehicle were involved in a rollover. If an ignition source were present, a fire could occur.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicle to ensure the fuel tank vent valve is properly welded. If necessary, dealers will replace the fuel tank assembly.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began october 6, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact saturn at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Saturn SC 2000 to 2001
- Saturn SC1 2000 to 2001
- Saturn SL 2000 to 2001
- Saturn SW 2000 to 2001