Mitsubishi Space Runner: Possible Cracking Of Fuel Tank And Check Valve.
Recall Summary Mitsubishi is recalling approximately 5,700 Space Runner and Space Wagon vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the fuel tank's upper panel may crack due to repeated stress from the tank's normal breathing function, and the check valve may crack from contact with the cross member. Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and check valve, replacing the tank if cracks are found or installing a reinforcement plate if no cracks are present, and will relocate the check valve.
- Recalling firm
- MITSUBISHI
- Product
- Vehicles: MITSUBISHI SPACE RUNNER, MITSUBISHI SPACE WAGON. Units affected: 5,700
- Reason
- There is a possibility that the fuel tank upper panel may suffer from fatigue failure due to repeated stress caused by the fuel tank breathing. In addition the Spacerunners will be checked for cracks on the check valve due to interference with the cross member. Remedy: If any cracks are apparent the fuel tank will be replaced if no crack is visible a reinforcement plate will be fitted the check valve will be re-located.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2001-10-31
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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