NHTSA Recall 77V048000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
GEN MTRS CORP-OVERSEAS reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 128,700 vehicles. It affects 1968–1970 Opel Kadett.
| NHTSA campaign | 77V048000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 6, 1977 |
| Owner notification | October 24, 1977 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On the involved vehicles, a rear-end impact at closing speeds of about 10 m.p.h. Or less could result in the fuel tank being punctured by a taillight mounting bolt.
Safety risk
Not provided.
Remedy
Dealer will install protective caps over each of the three right rear taillight mounting bolts, without charge to owner.
Notes
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: fuel; fuel tank assembly.consequences of defect: leaking fuel, resulting from an impact from the rear,could lead to a vehicle fire and serious injury to passengers.
Vehicles covered by recall 77V048000
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.