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NHTSA Recall 03V454000: Storage (fuel system)

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 79 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Buick Rendezvous.

79
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2003
owners notified (November 4)
NHTSA campaign03V454000
Manufacturer campaign03055
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE
Report receivedNovember 10, 2003
Owner notificationNovember 4, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain passenger vehicles, a weld between the fuel tank inlet check valve and the fuel tank can fail.

Safety risk

If these parts separate, the driver may notice an odor of fuel, the service engine soon or check engine light may illuminate, and/or fuel may leak onto the ground. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the serial number of the fuel tank to see if it is on the list of affected tanks. If the serial number matches, the fuel tank will be replaced. Owner notification began november 4, 2003. Owners should contact buick at 1-866-608-8080 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Notes

GM recall no. 03055.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles covered by recall 03V454000

Make and modelModel years
Buick Rendezvous2004
Pontiac Aztek2004

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.