Recall 13V225000: 2011–2013 Chevrolet Express, 2011–2013 GMC Savana
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 15, 2013
- Vehicles affected
- 1,791
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
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.
The risk
A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
The fix
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Chevrolet Express
- 2012 Chevrolet Express
- 2013 Chevrolet Express
- 2011 GMC Savana
- 2012 GMC Savana
- 2013 GMC Savana
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 13V225000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 13139/FA13GM001
- Manufacturer
- General Motors LLC
- Owner letters
- Aug 5, 2013
- Components
- Fuel system, other (Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology