Fiat Chrysler Automobiles 500: Fuel May Leak From Manifold
Recall Summary Fiat Chrysler is recalling 5,679 units of the Fiat 500, Grande Punto, and Punto Grande vehicles because fuel may leak from the fuel manifold if it doesn't meet specifications. A leaking fuel manifold could cause a loss of engine power and stalling. Owners will need to have the fuel manifold inspected and replaced if necessary.
- Recalling firm
- FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES UK LTD
- Product
- Vehicles: FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES 500, FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES GRANDE PUNTO, FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES PUNTO GRANDE. Units affected: 5,679
- Reason
- Fuel may leak as on some engines the fuel manifolds may not be to specification. If the fuel manifold leaks it is possible that a loss of power could occur and the engine cut out. Remedy: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to inspect the fuel manifold and check it for conformity to specification. Where necessary replace the fuel manifold.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2009-01-09
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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