Plastic Omnium Fuel Tank Assembly recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 13, 2022

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Plastic Omnium recalls Plastic Omnium Fuel Tank Assembly

Recall number

22E038000

Brand / firm

Plastic Omnium

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 41,409 units

Why it was recalled

Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Plastic Omnium (Plastic Omnium) has submitted a Defect Information Report based upon the recall determinations made by Nissan North America, Inc. (recall 21V-957), and Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (recall 22V-027). The fuel tank assemblies contain a fuel pump that may fail.

What to do

The affected vehicle manufacturers will determine the appropriate remedy for their vehicles and mail owner notification letters. Nissan owners can contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Mitsubishi owners can contact MMNA customer service at 1-888-648-7820.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.