NHTSA recall 82V076000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Chevrolet Camaro and 1 more
Reported Jul 29, 198224,455 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Jul 1, 1981 – Jul 1, 1982
The defect
Fuel tank ventilator valve in the fuel system may produce a loud and persistent "whistle" during venting of the tank. If the fuel filler cap IS removed while this condition exists and the tank IS more than 3/4 full, gasoline may be forced out of the filler neck onto bystanders.
The risk
Consequence of defect: fire and personal injury could result if introduced to an ignition source.
The remedy
Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank ventilator and pressure control valves without charge to owner.