Issue ID | 869584 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10413335 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | NITRO |
Model Year | 2008 |
File date | 09/06/11 |
Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2008 dodge nitro. The contact stated that while refueling, fuel would spill out from the filler neck. The dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was aware of the failure. No repairs were performed. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000 and the current mileage was 58,700. At lease three times at three locations my gas tank would overflow when filling up. I've had to notify attendant at gas station to spray over flow area with flame retardant chemicals. Updated 09/29/2011 *ln |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 56000 |
Number of Occurences | 3 |
Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | AVONDALE, AZ |
VIN pattern | 1D8GT58K08WXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
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Date of purchase | 01/11/07 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | Y |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
Drive train type | RWD |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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Dealer's name | AVONDALE DODGE |
Dealer's telephone number | 888-450-0592 |
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