NHTSA recall 96V212000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Buick Skylark
Reported Oct 30, 1996245 vehicles affectedGENERAL MOTORS CORP.Built Sep 1, 1996 – Sep 30, 1996
The defect
During assembly of the left rear quarter panel, some welds were missed. this does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
The risk
In the event of a rear end collision, the vehicle sheet metal structure will not perform as designed causing unexpected damage to the fuel tank or fuel lines, resulting in fuel leakage. if this IS a fuel leak and an ignition source, a fire could occur.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect for the missing welds and, if necessary, place three whelds between the involved panels applying primer, sealer and anti-corrosion materials.