Defect/Vehicles Involved
DEFECT INVOLVEDGeneral Motors has decided that certain 1996 Geo Tracker (4-Door Models Only) vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 301, "Fuel System Integrity". The fuel tank on these vehicles may become punctured by a fuel tank flange attachment reinforcement (gusset) during certain types of rear end collisions.
If this were to occur, a punctured fuel tank could allow fuel spillage in excess of the amount prescribed by FMVSS 301. If an ignition source was present, fuel leakage resulting from this puncture could result in a post crash fire.
To correct this condition, dealers will install two new gussets between the fuel tank and attachment brackets to prevent the reinforcement from puncturing the fuel tank wall.
VEHICLES INVOLVED
Involved are CERTAIN 1996 Geo Tracker (4-Door Models Only) vehicles built within the following VIN breakpoints:
NOTICE:
Dealers should confirm vehicle eligibility through VISS (Vehicle Information Service System) or prior to beginning campaign repairs. [Not all vehicles within the above breakpoints may be involved]
Involved vehicles have been identified by Vehicle Identification Number. Computer listings containing the complete Vehicle Identification Number, customer name and address data have been prepared, and are being furnished to involved dealers with the campaign bulletin. The Customer name and address data furnished will enable dealers to follow up with customers involved in this campaign. Any dealer not receiving a computer listing with the campaign bulletin has no involved vehicles currently assigned.
These dealer listings may contain customer names and addresses obtained from State Motor Vehicle Registration Records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any other purpose is a violation of law in several states. Accordingly, you are urged to limit the use of this listing to the follow up necessary to complete this campaign.