Recall 10V-083: 1990–1992 Daihatsu Rocky

DAIHATSU AMERICA, INC. recall for fuel system, other, reported to NHTSA on Mar 5, 2010, covering about 4,000 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-083
Report date
Mar 5, 2010
Vehicles affected
4,000
Owners notified
Mar 31, 2010

The problem

Daihatsu is recalling certain model year 1990-1992 rocky sport utility vehicles. The check valve in the fuel vapor evaporative emission control system might develop a crack in long-term vehicle usage due to insufficient durability under some environmental or operational circumstances.

The risk

A leak of fuel evaporative gas vapor into the vehicle cabin may occur, potentially resulting in a fire.

The fix

Daihatsu will have the old check valve replaced with a new check valve of improved construction. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 31, 2010. Owner may contact daihatsu at 626-968-6764 or daihatsu help website url: http://www.daihatsu-help.com/index.htm or daihatsu help e-mail address: [email protected].

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIHATSU AMERICA, INC.
ComponentFuel System, Other
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V083000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Daihatsu Rocky1990, 1991, 1992All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 10V-083?

Daihatsu is recalling certain model year 1990-1992 rocky sport utility vehicles. The check valve in the fuel vapor evaporative emission control system might develop a crack in long-term vehicle usage due to insufficient durability under some environmental or operational circumstances.

How is recall 10V-083 fixed?

Daihatsu will have the old check valve replaced with a new check valve of improved construction. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 31, 2010. Owner may contact daihatsu at 626-968-6764 or daihatsu help website url: http://www.daihatsu-help.com/index.htm or daihatsu help e-mail address: [email protected].

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.