Vehicle recall 06V419000 · October 31, 2006
Pontiac Grand Prix, Chevrolet Impala and 1 more model
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank is missing the adhesive layer that bonds the barrier layer to the outer shell of the fuel tank.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain vehicles, the fuel tank is missing the adhesive layer that bonds the barrier layer to the outer shell of the fuel tank.
- Consequence
- With this condition, fuel and/or fuel vapors could seep out between the layers, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the serial number on the fuel tank and replace the fuel tank if necessary. The recall began on November 13, 2006. Owners may contact Buick at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
- Notes
- GM recall no. 06160.CUSTOMERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V419000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 31, 2006
- Filed by
- GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
- Manufacturer campaign
- 06160
- Owner notification
- November 13, 2006
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 1,602
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Buick LaCrosse (2007): 2007
- Chevrolet Impala (2007): 2007
- Pontiac Grand Prix (2007): 2007
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