Recall 82V076000: 1982 Chevrolet Camaro and 1 other model

Report received

Jul 29, 1982

Manufacturer

General motors corp.

Potentially affected

24,455vehicles

Model years

1982

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

Fuel tank ventilator valve in the fuel system may produce a loud and persistent "whistle" during venting of the tank. If the fuel filler cap is removed while this condition exists and the tank is more than 3/4 full, gasoline may be forced out of the filler neck onto bystanders.

Possible consequence

Consequence of defect: fire and personal injury could result if introduced to an ignition source.

Remedy

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel tank ventilator and pressure control valves without charge to owner.

Affected model years

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

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