Recalls for 1994 Gmc C10703

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

Posted on: 1994-02-17
Description
The front fuel tank bracket attachment nuts were torqued below the specification.  These loose nuts can, in time, come off the bracket studs allowing the front of the tank to sag below the normal vehicle silhouette.

Consequence
If the front of the fuel tank sags below the normalvehicle silhouette, the fuel tank could strike something in the road or the road surface resulting in a fuel tank leak and possible under-vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will retorque the fuel tank strap bracket to proper specifications.

Notes
System: fuel; fuel tank assembly; attachments.vehicle description: 1/2 ton short box pickup trucks.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and free of charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact chevrolet service center at 1-800-222-1020 or gmc service center at 1-313-456-4547.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.