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Vehicle recall 02V214000 · August 8, 2002

2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser

On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel supply line could contact the air-conditioning tube service port.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the fuel supply line could contact the air-conditioning tube service port. This can cause chafing of the line resulting in a fuel leakage.
Consequence
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel line for abrasion and install a clip to ensure isolation. In cases with evidence of fuel line abrasion, the fuel line will be replaced. Owner notification began August 12, 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 daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Notes
Daimlerchrysler recall NO.B16. Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
02V214000
Reported to NHTSA
August 8, 2002
Filed by
DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
Manufacturer campaign
B16
Owner notification
August 12, 2002
Vehicles potentially affected
97,779
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Recall 02V214000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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