Tank assembly: filler pipe and capRecall 89V-161 · 1989–1990 Peugeot 405
PEUGEOT, INC. recall 89V-161 covers 5,708 1989–1990 Peugeot 405 for a tank assembly: filler pipe and cap problem, reported to NHTSA on September 28, 1989.
Source: NHTSA recall 89V161000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by NHTSA (compliance).
What's wrong
The problem
FUEL LEAKAGE EXCEEDS THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS 301 IN A REAR BARRIER CRASH.
The risk
VEHICLES WOULD NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS 301.
What to do
The fix
INSTALL PROTECTIVE BUFFERS; RELOCATE FUEL PUMP AND FILER TO ASSURE COMPLIANCE.
SYSTEM:FUEL/FMVSS 301.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:SEDANS AND SPORTS WAGONS.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
1 model
Vehicles in this recall
Built from February 1, 1988 to August 1, 1989. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.