Recall 82V-021: 1982 Buick Century, 1982 Buick Skyhawk and 11 more

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Mar 8, 1982, covering about 519,329 vehicles.

NHTSA number
82V-021
Report date
Mar 8, 1982
Vehicles affected
519,329
Owners notified
Mar 15, 1982

The problem

Under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. The fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe to hose connections. Leakage can occur during refueling, or while driving, if the fuel tank is above 3/4 full.

The fix

Dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank, filler and vent pipes.consequences of defect: if an ignition source is present when fuel leakageoccurs, a fire could start and cause vehicle damage and serious personalinjury.note: until the vehicle can be inspected and the necessary modifications aremade, the fuel tank should not be filled more than 3/4 full. Also, the dealershould be contacted immediately if any fuel leakage is detected.

Recall details

ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS CORP.
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number82V021000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buick Century1982All years
Buick Skyhawk1982All years
Buick Skylark1982All years
Cadillac Cimarron1982All years
Chevrolet Cavalier1982All years
Chevrolet Celebrity1982All years
Chevrolet Citation1982All years
Oldsmobile Cutlass1982All years
Oldsmobile Firenza1982All years
Oldsmobile Omega1982All years
Pontiac 60001982All years
Pontiac J20001982All years
Pontiac Phoenix1982All 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 82V-021?

Under certaain conditions, the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and fuel tank filler vent pipe could fracture. The fracture of these clamps could cause fuel leakage at any of the four pipe to hose connections. Leakage can occur during refueling, or while driving, if the fuel tank is above 3/4 full.

How is recall 82V-021 fixed?

Dealer will inspect and replace the hose clamps on the fuel tank filler pipe and vent pipe at no cost to owner.

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.