Chevrolet Recall 08V-251: Fuel system, diesel

Affected: 2006–2007 Chevrolet W3500, 2006–2007 Chevrolet W4500, 2006–2007 Chevrolet W5500 and 6 more. Filed with NHTSA on June 5, 2008, covering about 16,859 vehicles.

The problem

Isuzu is recalling 16,859 my 2006-2007 Isuzu npr, nqr, nrr, GMC w3500, w4500, w5500 and Chevrolet w3500, w4500, w5500 trucks equipped with diesel engines. Diesel fuel May seep or leak from the fuel pipe at the upper or lower fuel port on the diesel fuel supply pump.

The risk

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel pipe fittings will be tightened. If seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel supply pump will be replaced with a new one. The recall will begin on June 30, 2008. Owners May contact Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727, GMC at 1-866-996-9463, or Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438..

Recall details

NHTSA campaign08V-251 (08V251000)
ManufacturerGeneral Motors, LLC
ComponentFuel system, diesel
Report dateJune 5, 2008
Owners notifiedJune 30, 2008
Vehicles affected16,859
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 08V-251 repair free?

Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the vehicles and if no seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel pipe fittings will be tightened. If seepage or leakage is detected, the fuel supply pump will be replaced with a new one. The recall will begin on June 30, 2008.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 16,859 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.