Safety Recall NHTSA · 97V189000 Reported October 29, 1997

Union city/fuel tank sending unit

Union City Body Company Llc · Fuel System, Gasoline · 53 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
97V189000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
53
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 29, 1997

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: aluminum walk-in vans built on gm p30 classic chassis. inadequate clearance between the fuel tank sending unit and the floor plank of the body can cause the fuel lines and/or sending unit to rub against the floor structure when the floor deflects under load or the fuel tank expands.

Safety Consequence

This condition could cause damage over an extended period of time to the fuel tank sending unit and/or fuel lines and cause fuel leakage. if an ignition source was present, fire could result.

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 Union City Body Company Llc dealer and reference recall ID 97V189000 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 97V189000

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

What is recall 97V189000?

NHTSA recall 97V189000 was issued by Union City Body Company Llc on October 29, 1997. It addresses: Union city/fuel tank sending unit. The recall affects approximately 53 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Union City Body Company Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V189000 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.