NHTSA Recall 96V234000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
GENERAL MOTORS CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 432,183 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet Blazer.
| NHTSA campaign | 96V234000 |
|---|---|
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 14, 1996 |
| Owner notification | November 21, 1996 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: 4-door, 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive multi-purpose passenger vehicles. During development testing, the prop shaft contacted the inboard side of the fuel tank allowing fuel leakage. This leakage was in excess of the amount permitted by FMVSS 301, "fuel system integrity."
Safety risk
If an ignition source is present, and there is a fuel leak, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will install additional shielding of the fuel tank. This will be added without removing or disassembling the fuel system.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began during late november 1996.note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020, oldsmobile at 1-800-442-6537, or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Vehicles covered by recall 96V234000
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.