The problem
On certain vehicles, variations in the manufacturing process or exposure to high ambient temperatures May lead to fracture of the fuel tank inlet check valve (icv).
The risk
A fracture May allow fuel vapors to pass through and allow droplets of fuel to accumulate on the side of the fuel tank. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on December 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on December 13, 2007. Owners May contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080; Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668. The vehicle population includes Buick rendezvous and Pontiac aztek vehicle built in May 2003; Chevrolet venture and Pontiac montana vehicles built from June through August 2002; and all vehicles registered in nevada, arizona, virgin islands, puerto rico, and hawaii.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 07V-349 (07V349000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 06230 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage |
| Report date | August 8, 2007 |
| Owners notified | December 4, 2007 |
| Vehicles affected | 20,594 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
- 2002 Buick Rendezvous
- 2003 Buick Rendezvous
- 2004 Buick Rendezvous
- 2001 Chevrolet Venture
- 2002 Chevrolet Venture
- 2003 Chevrolet Venture
- 2004 Chevrolet Venture
- 2001 Pontiac Aztek
- 2002 Pontiac Aztek
- 2003 Pontiac Aztek
- 2004 Pontiac Aztek
- 2001 Pontiac Montana
- 2002 Pontiac Montana
- 2003 Pontiac Montana
- 2004 Pontiac Montana
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
- 2002 Buick Rendezvous fuel system problems 103
- 2003 Buick Rendezvous fuel system problems 84
- 2004 Buick Rendezvous fuel system problems 49
- 2001 Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems 24
- 2002 Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems 38
- 2003 Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems 23
- 2004 Chevrolet Venture fuel system problems 15
- 2001 Pontiac Aztek fuel system problems 39
- 2002 Pontiac Aztek fuel system problems 27
- 2003 Pontiac Aztek fuel system problems 36
- 2004 Pontiac Aztek fuel system problems 16
- 2001 Pontiac Montana fuel system problems 18
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 07V-349 repair free?
Yes. Buick dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the fuel tank. The recall will be mailed in two phases with the first phase beginning on December 4, 2007. The second phase will be mailed on December 13, 2007.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 20,594 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.