Recalls for 1996 Geo Tracker

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

Posted on: 1996-07-08
Description
The fuel tank on these vehicles can become punctured by a fuel tank flange attachment reinforcement during rear-end collisions.  This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no.  301, fuel tank integrity.

Consequence
Consequence of non-compliance: if an ignition source was present, fuel leakage resulting from this puncture could result in a post-crash fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install two new shield gussets between the fuel tank and attachment brackets to prevent the reinforcement from puncturing the fuel tank wall.

Notes
System: fuel; fuel tank assembly; fmvss no.  301.  Vehicle description: multi-purpose passenger vehicles, 4-door models only.owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin in july 1996.  Note: 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 geo/chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020.  Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.