Fuel leak in rollover after crash/fmvss 301
Defect Summary
General motors llc (gm) is recalling certain 2016-2018 chevrolet cruze ls vehicles, equipped with a gasoline engine and a tire inflator kit instead of a spare tire. the vehicles may leak gasoline following a rear-impact crash and a rollover. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 301, "fuel system integrity."
Safety Consequence
A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Gm will notify owners, and dealers will install a lock-ring on the fuel tank that will shield the fuel tank vapor pressure sensor from damage in a rear-impact crash, free of charge. the recall began june 7, 2018. owners may contact chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. gm's number for this recall is 18159.
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FAQ: Recall 18V304000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V304000?
NHTSA recall 18V304000 was issued by General Motors, Llc on May 10, 2018. It addresses: Fuel leak in rollover after crash/fmvss 301. The recall affects approximately 111,966 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 18V304000 or the manufacturer campaign number 18159. 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.