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NHTSA Recall 04V301000: Storage (fuel system)

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,857 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Chevrolet Classic.

2,857
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2004
owners notified (June 23)
NHTSA campaign04V301000
Manufacturer campaign04058
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE
Report receivedJune 30, 2004
Owner notificationJune 23, 2004
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Certain passenger vehicles may have been built with a fuel tank that does not meet specification. A weld on these fuel tanks may be insufficient, resulting in a fuel leak.

Safety risk

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the fuel tank, and replace it, if necessary. Owner notification began on june 23, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Notes

GM recall no. 04058.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 04V301000

Make and modelModel years
Chevrolet Classic2004
Pontiac Grand AM2004

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.