NHTSA recall 06V289000
Engine and engine cooling
Chevrolet Avalanche and 8 more
Reported Aug 3, 200638,439 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Maker’s number 06080Built Apr 1, 2003 – Aug 31, 2004
The defect
On certain trucks equipped with an 8.1L V8 (rpo l8-vin g) engine have a condition in which the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture resulting in inadequate retention of the damper.
The risk
If the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result. fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip free of charge. the recall began on august 31, 2006. owners may contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC trucks at 1-866-996-9463.