Recall 07V426000: Fuel Tank Retention Strap Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Dodge/Avenger 2008

MANUFACTURER: DaimlerChrysler Corporation

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V426000 MFR'S REPORT DATE: September 11, 2007

COMPONENT: FUEL System, Gasoline: Storage: Tank Assembly

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1158

SUMMARY:
On certain vehicles with all wheel drive, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate. This can cause the fuel tank to loosen and leak fuel.

CONSEQUENCE:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during October 2007. Owners may contact DaimlerChrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

NOTES:
DaimlerChrysler recall No. G38. Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.