Recalls
Recall 7998
USA Recall: This contact can result in wear, and after extended contact, could cause a perforation in the fuel line, resulting in leakage. fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Vehicle description: pickup trucks with a 131 inch wheelbase. some of these vehicles may have been built with inadequate clearance between the fuel line and the cab underbody.
Corrective Action:
Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper clearance. fuel lines that exhibit inadequate clearance will be replaced with a redesigned fuel line that will assure proper clearance.
Additional Notes:
Owner notification began september 25, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactdaimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Affected Vehicles