The problem
On certain medium duty trucks equipped with 8.1 l engines and left hand or dual fuel tanks, some of these vehicles have a condition where the fuel filter-to-component box mounting bolts are reversed. With the bolts reversed, the threaded bolt end is oriented toward the front wall of the left hand fuel tank.
The risk
In the event of a frontal crash, the threaded end of the bolts could pierce the front wall of the fuel tank resulting in flue leakage. If an ignition source were present, fuel leakage could result in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and correctly install the two fuel filter mounting bolts, if necessary. Owner notification began August 8, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC at 1-800-462-8782.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V-183 (02V183000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 02026 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting |
| Report date | July 11, 2002 |
| Owners notified | August 8, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 222 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Plus 4 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-183 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect and correctly install the two fuel filter mounting bolts, if necessary. Owner notification began August 8, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy…
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 222 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.