Recall 09V-080
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recalled the 2009 Hummer H3 Sut: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 09V-080
- Reported
- March 11, 2009
- Vehicles affected
- 1,738 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
General motors is recalling 1,738 my 2009 hummer h3t vehicles. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the fuel tank front support strap may fracture. If this occurs, the fuel tank would be supported by the rear support strap and stone shield only. Continued use of the vehicle may eventually fracture the rear support strap and shield fasteners.
The risk
The fuel tank could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install a new design fuel tank front support strap free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before april 10, 2009. Owners may contact hummer at [removed], or the GM owner center at ww.gmownercenter.com.
Notes from the manufacturer
General motors 09048.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Hummer H3 Sut 2009