Investigation PE97036: 1994–1997 Chevrolet Camaro

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jul 24, 1997

Closed

Nov 13, 1997

Model years

1994–1997

Subject

Fuel tub retaining clip failure

Component: Vehicle speed control › Linkages

Summary

Owners have reported failures of the fuel tube retention clip that attaches to the plastic throttle linkage cover.according to gm, the subject retention clip (p/n 12048089) was implemented in production on october 12, 1993, to address a concern with incorrect assembly plant fuel line routing.mis-routed fuel tubes may fail from contact with a hot air check valve, creating a fire hazard in the engine compartment.gm maintains that no problems should occur if the clip is properly installed and isn't mishandled during subsequent service operations.some owners have alleged to odi that the subject clip becomes brittle over time and may also pull free of the throttle linkage cover attachment hole.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 1997 Chevrolet Camaro69 complaints
• 1996 Chevrolet Camaro116 complaints
• 1995 Chevrolet Camaro216 complaints
• 1994 Chevrolet Camaro144 complaints