Recall 07V426000: 2008 Dodge Avenger

Report received

Sep 13, 2007

Manufacturer

Daimlerchrysler corporation

Potentially affected

1,158vehicles

Model years

2008

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain vehicles with all wheel drive, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate. This can cause the fuel tank to loosen and leak fuel.

Possible consequence

Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel tank retention straps free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during october 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2008 Dodge Avenger832 complaints