Mitsubishi Galant: Fuel Tank May Crack And Leak
Mitsubishi is recalling 1,456 Galant vehicles sold in the United Kingdom because the fuel tank may have been incorrectly welded, which could cause it to crack and leak fuel. The company will inspect the vehicles and replace fuel tanks if leaking is found, or apply a protective plate if no damage is detected.
- Recalling firm
- MITSUBISHI
- Product
- Vehicles: MITSUBISHI GALANT. Units affected: 1,456
- Reason
- There is a possibility that the fuel tank may be incorrectly welded on its upper panel and baffle plate in the tank causing it to crack on the welded position. In the worst case this may cause the fuel tank to leak fuel. Remedy: Inspect the vehicles replace the fuel tanks if leaking and in cases where no abnormality is found apply a protector plate.
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2001-01-22
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/aa7666c3-228d-4d8a-b2ae-1016ba72fd56