Recalls for your 2002 Workhorse W42

Recalls for 2002 Workhorse W42

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FedEx Ground 94329

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FedEx Ground 94329

I've always considered these vans as one of the iconic representations of North America.

Apparently this is a Workhorse W42, comments anyone?

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE


Posted on: 2007-06-08
Description
Certain commercial chassis built with gasoline fuel tanks fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no.  301, fuel system integrity.  Fuel spillage during a rollover test exceeded 142g, which does not comply with the standard.  

Consequence
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Corrective Action
Vehicles will be fitted with a new wide retaining ring and additionally any vehicles built prior to july 1, 2003 will also be fitted with an extra retention clip.  The recall began on july 27, 2007.  Owners may contact workhorse at 877-294-6773.  

Notes
Workhorse recall no.  60701-c.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.