Cng solenoid may melt, possibly leading to a fire
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) and impco automotive division of impco technologies, inc. (impco) are recalling certain model year 2011-2013 chevrolet express and gmc savana cargo vans that have a compressed natural gas (cng) fuel system installed as original equipment by impco. the fuel systems, manufactured february 14, 2011, through february 20, 2013, have a fuel shut-off solenoid connector to the cng tank that may corrode and form a short.
Safety Consequence
A short at the connector may cause overheating, resulting in an increased risk of fire.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners and gm dealers/fleets will perform the remedy which will include replacing the solenoid assemblies and fuel pump fuses and adjusting the wiring routing. the recall began on august 5, 2013. gm's number for this recall is 13139. impco's number for this recall is fa13gm001. owner's may contact gm fleet action center at 1-800-353-3867.
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FAQ: Recall 13V225000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V225000?
NHTSA recall 13V225000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 15, 2013. It addresses: Cng solenoid may melt, possibly leading to a fire. The recall affects approximately 1,791 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized General Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V225000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13139/FA13GM001. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.