Chevrolet Express recall: Fuel System, Other
Official safety recall 13V225000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Savana | 2011 | United States |
| GMC Savana | 2012 | United States |
| GMC Savana | 2013 | United States |
| Chevrolet Express | 2011 | United States |
| Chevrolet Express | 2012 | United States |
| Chevrolet Express | 2013 | United States |
The problem
General Motors LLC (GM) and IMPCO Automotive Division of IMPCO Technologies, Inc. (IMPCO) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana Cargo vans that have a compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system installed as original equipment by IMPCO. The fuel systems, manufactured February 14, 2011, through February 20, 2013, have a fuel shut-off solenoid connector to the CNG tank that may corrode and form a short.
A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
The official remedy
GM will notify owners and GM dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. The recall began on August 5, 2013. GM's number for this recall is 13139. Impco's number for this recall is FA13GM001. Owner's may contact GM Fleet Action Center at 1-800-353-3867.