Recall 04V-557
SAAB CARS USA, INC. recalled the 2001 to 2002 Saab 9-3 and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (delivery, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 04V-557
- Reported
- November 19, 2004
- Vehicles affected
- 17,394 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel pump retaining tabs holding the fuel lines were damaged during production.
The risk
Over time, this could cause the fuel lines to loosen from the pump resulting in fuel leakage. If an ignition source were present, the fuel may ignite resulting in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will develop a securing bracket that will secure the fuel lines to the fuel pump even if the plastic retaining tabs should break. The recall began on march 14, 2005. Owners should contact saab at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Saab recall no. 15018 (GM recall no. 04101).customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Saab 9-3 2001 to 2002
- Saab 9-3 Convertible 2001 to 2002