NHTSA recall 02V121000
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Chevrolet Trailblazer and 2 more
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, a fuel filter fitting can become disconnected. if this were to occur while attempting to start the engine, a no-start condition would result and fuel would be pumped out the fuel filter onto the ground.
The risk
If the fitting becomes disconnected while the vehicle IS in motion, the engine would stop due to inadequate fuel supply and cause a loss of power steering assist. if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage from a disconnected fuel filter fitting could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel filter quick connect retainers. owner notification began september 20, 2002. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020. GMC at 1-800-462-8782, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.