The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles have a torn fuel tank sending unit/pump seal. This can cause fuel odor and/or leakage at the attachment location.
The risk
Fuel leakage from a torn seal can result in a fire if an ignition source is present.
The fix
Dealers will replace the left and right hand fuel tank assemblies (including fuel sending unit and pump).
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-105 (97V105000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Component | Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly |
| Report date | June 23, 1997 |
| Owners notified | July 15, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,792 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the fuel & propulsion system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-105 repair free?
Yes. Chevrolet dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the left and right hand fuel tank assemblies (including fuel sending unit and pump).
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,792 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.