Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Passenger Vehicles, The Fuel Pump Retaining Tabs Holding The Fuel Lines Were Damaged During ProduCTIon.
Make Of Vehicle
SAAB
Model Of Vehicle
43899
Year
2001
Recall Campaign Number
06V126000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Over Time, This Could Cause The Fuel Lines To Loosen From The Pump Resulting In Fuel Leakage. If An Ignition Source Were Present, The Fuel May Ignite Resulting In A Vehicle Fire.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Develop A Securing Bracket That Will Secure The Fuel Lines To The Fuel Pump Even If The Plastic Retaining Tabs Should Break. The Recall Began On May 12, 2006. Owners May Contact Saab At 1-800-955-9007.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20000501
End Of Manufacture
20010630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
11886
Date Owners Notified
20060512
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Saab Cars Usa, Inc.
Date Report Received
20060420
Make Campaign Number
6033