1994 Mitsubishi Precis Recalls
Base Hatchback
1994 Mitsubishi Precis Recall Record
Recall ID # 94V080000 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Recall Date:
APR 20, 1994
Component:
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Description
THE VEHICLES FAILED THE LATERAL MOVING BARRIER IMPACT TEST REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301, "FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY." THE FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE GAS TANK EXCEEDED THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OF SPILLAGE.
Consequence
IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, THE FUEL SPILLAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE IF EXPOSED TO A SOURCE OF IGNITION.
Remedy
MITSUBISHI HAS DEVELOPED AN APPROPRIATE COUNTERMEASURE THAT WILL COMPLY WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301.
Manufacturer
MITSUBISHI AMERICA