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NHTSA recall 78V248000

Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

Chevrolet Chevette

Reported Nov 16, 1978320,000 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Sep 1, 1975 – Jul 1, 1977

The defect

The fuel system may not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity". In the event of a vehicle collision from the rear, excessive fuel spillage may occur.

The remedy

Dealer will install plastic shields around the front corners of the fuel tank, and larger washers on certain rear suspension parts to ensure compliance with the safety standard. This will be performed without charge to owner.

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Vehicles in this recall

Chevrolet Chevette
19761977

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank assembly.consequences of defect: fuel leakage following an impact could lead to avehicle fire and serious injuries to passengers.