Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Scooters. During Full Compression Of The Suspension System, The Fuel Shut-Off Valve On The Underside Of The Fuel Tank, Will Come Into Contact With The Engine Housing Of The Vehicle. This Contact Can Cause A Stress Crack Fracture To The Petcock Nipple To The Fuel Tank Joint.
Make Of Vehicle
SUNDIRO
Model Of Vehicle
MANTIS II
Year
1999
Recall Campaign Number
00V255000
Component Description
Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Can Cause A Fuel Leakage. Fuel Leakage, In The Presence Of An Ignition Source, Can Result In A Fire.
Fix Defect
American Sundiro Is InstruCTIng Owners To Contact An Authorized Dealer To Have Their Scooter Repaired Free Of Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Sundiro Motorcycle
Start Of Manufacture
19981001
End Of Manufacture
20000831
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2183
Date Owners Notified
20010122
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
American Sundiro Motorcycle
Date Report Received
20000901