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NHTSA Recall 06V419000: Storage (fuel system)

GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,602 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Buick Lacrosse.

1,602
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2006
owners notified (November 13)
NHTSA campaign06V419000
Manufacturer campaign06160
ComponentFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE
Report receivedOctober 31, 2006
Owner notificationNovember 13, 2006
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain vehicles, the fuel tank is missing the adhesive layer that bonds the barrier layer to the outer shell of the fuel tank.

Safety risk

With this condition, fuel and/or fuel vapors could seep out between the layers, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the serial number on the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank if necessary. The recall began on november 13, 2006. Owners may contact buick at 1-866-608-8080, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

Notes

GM recall no. 06160.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.

Vehicles covered by recall 06V419000

Make and modelModel years
Buick Lacrosse2007
Chevrolet Impala2007
Pontiac Grand Prix2007

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.