Recall 02V-306: 2003 AM General H1

AM GENERAL CORPORATION recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 2002, covering about 25 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-306
Report date
Nov 13, 2002
Vehicles affected
25
Owners notified
Nov 29, 2002

The problem

On certain vehicles, the fuel lines can contact a rough edge on the transmission case, resulting in chaffed lines and fuel leakage.

The risk

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will reposition a clamp securing the fuel lines to the body reinforcement member. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 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 AM general at 1-800-638-8303.

Notes

Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAM GENERAL CORPORATION
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V306000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
AM General H12003All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 02V-306?

On certain vehicles, the fuel lines can contact a rough edge on the transmission case, resulting in chaffed lines and fuel leakage.

How is recall 02V-306 fixed?

Dealers will reposition a clamp securing the fuel lines to the body reinforcement member. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 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 AM general at 1-800-638-8303.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.