Safety Recall NHTSA · 84V151000 Reported November 26, 1984

Fuel:fuel tank assembly:cap:filler

Peugeot, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 18,232 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
84V151000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
18,232
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 26, 1984

Defect Summary

The fuel caps on the involved vehicles do not seal properly and are not in compliance with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." contact with fuel causes the fuel cap gasket to swell, preventing adequate sealing between cap and filler opening.

Corrective Action

A replacement cap will be sent to each owner of an affected vehicle, free of charge.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Peugeot, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 84V151000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 84V151000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 84V151000?

NHTSA recall 84V151000 was issued by Peugeot, Inc. on November 26, 1984. It addresses: Fuel:fuel tank assembly:cap:filler. The recall affects approximately 18,232 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Peugeot, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 84V151000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.