Recall 99V-268: 2000 Chevrolet Venture, 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette and 1 more
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Sep 29, 1999, covering about 235 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: mini vans with extended wheelbase. Some of these vehicles have inoperative fuel tank rollover valves and fuel leakage would exceed the permissible amount in a rollover test. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
The risk
In a vehicle rollover accident, if an ignition source is present, a fire could result.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to locate and replace those fuel tanks that could have inoperative rollover valves.
Notes
Owner notification began october 11, 1999. 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 chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, pontiac at 1-800-762-2737, or oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | GENERAL MOTORS CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V268000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Venture | 2000 | All years |
| Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2000 | All years |
| Pontiac Montana | 2000 | All 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 99V-268?
Vehicle description: mini vans with extended wheelbase. Some of these vehicles have inoperative fuel tank rollover valves and fuel leakage would exceed the permissible amount in a rollover test. This does not comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 301, "fuel system integrity."
How is recall 99V-268 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to locate and replace those fuel tanks that could have inoperative rollover valves.
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.