Recall 09V-003: 2005 Dodge Durango

CHRYSLER LLC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jan 8, 2009, covering about 18,951 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-003
Report date
Jan 8, 2009
Vehicles affected
18,951
Owners notified
Apr 6, 2009

The problem

Chrysler is recalling 18,951 my 2005 dodge durango vehicles. The fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling. This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle through the filler neck at the end of refueling.

The risk

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

The fix

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank inlet check valve. Vehicles found to have a suspect inlet check valve will have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Chrysler recall no. H45.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER LLC
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number09V003000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge Durango2005All 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 09V-003?

Chrysler is recalling 18,951 my 2005 dodge durango vehicles. The fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling. This could allow some fuel to escape from the vehicle through the filler neck at the end of refueling.

How is recall 09V-003 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank inlet check valve. Vehicles found to have a suspect inlet check valve will have the fuel tank assembly replaced free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during april 2009. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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.