The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The clamp that secures the flexible fuel fill hose to the metal fill tube May be loose and could separate.
The risk
This could cause fuel leakage exceeding the permissible amount.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel hose fill neck clamp and, if necessary, reposition and tighten the clamp.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 00V-160 (00V160000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 00056 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Filler pipe and cap |
| Report date | June 16, 2000 |
| Owners notified | June 21, 2000 |
| Vehicles affected | 248 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 00V-160 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the fuel hose fill neck clamp and, if necessary, reposition and tighten the clamp.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 248 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.