NHTSA Campaign Number: 18E042
Manufacturer Robert Bosch LLC
Components FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Potential Number of Units Affected 6,493
Fuel Pump Flange Weld may Fracture
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Summary
Robert Bosch LLC (Bosch) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon decisions made by Ford Motor Company and General Motors to conduct recalls (numbers 18V392 and 18V358 respectively) to inspect and replace certain Robert Bosch HDP5 High Pressure Fuel Pump Assemblies, part numbers 0261520518 and 0261520515. Welds between the pump housing and the mounting flange may fracture, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Remedy
Bosch is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. Ford and GM will notify owners and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump assembly, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, Buick customer service 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Acknowledgement
July 17, 2018
https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2018/RCAK-18E042-2800.pdf
RCAK-18E042-2800
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