NHTSA recall 02V274000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Chrysler Town And Country and 1 more
Reported Oct 8, 2002116,029 vehicles affectedDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATIONMaker’s number B25Built Sep 1, 2001 – Mar 11, 2002
The defect
On certain MINI vans, the fuel tank control valve weld joint could separate resulting in a possible fuel leak.
The risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary. owner notification began october 28, 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.