DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY: FILLER PIPE AND CAP

Description
Under adverse conditions of high ambient temperatures, pressures and fuel volatility, fuel may surge when the fuel filler cap is removed in a certain manner.  Under these same conditions the involved vehicles may develop vapor lock.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will install a baffle in the fuel filler neck to prevent fuel surge and install a new pressure control valve, which will bring about a lower vent pressure.  This will be done at no cost to owner.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; filler caps.consequences of defect: in the presence of high temperatures or an ignitionsource, a fire may start causing vehicle damage and serious personal injury.

DEFECT #2 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: STORAGE: TANK ASSEMBLY

Description
The involved vehicles contain a potentially defective pressure control valve in the evaporative emission control system which, through excess pressure over extended periods, could cause metal fatigue and eventually fuel vapors to be emitted into the atmosphere through hairline cracks in the fuel tank.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect the tank and make replacements, if necessary.  The valve will be replaced to correct the emission and safety-related problems.  Certain vehicles will require installation of a filler inlet fuel trap and a feeder pump to eliminate the possibility of fuel surge and vapor lock.

Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank.consequences of defect: this condition can lead to a fire hazard resulting in avehicle accident and serious personal injury.