Recalls Of The Day, December 20, 2012

Since today may be our last day on this planet the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued three recalls.  There is an issue with a hood opening while driving.  Nothing like not being able to see where you are going.  Another issue is fuel leaking from the fuel tank of a motorcycle gas cap.  That might make things a little uncomfortable especially if whatever you have between your legs catches on fire.

If your vehicle is affected by a recall it's my recommendation is to have the issue repaired or you might end up with a roasted weenie or in a ditch because you can't see where you are going.       

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): CHEVROLET / COLORADO 2010-2012 GMC / CANYON 2010-2012 Manufacturer: General Motors LLC Report Receipt Date: DEC 19, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V594000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Potential Number of Units Affected: 118,800

Summary: General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.

Consequence: If the primary hood latch is not engaged, the hood could open unexpectedly. During vehicle operation, this could obstruct the view of the driver and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 17, 2013. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

Notes: GM's number for this campaign is 12319. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): CAN-AM / SPYDER GS 2008-2009 CAN-AM / SPYDER RS 2009-2012 CAN-AM / SPYDER RT 2010-2012 Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Report Receipt Date: DEC 12, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V582000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP Potential Number of Units Affected: 33,700 Summary: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 Can-Am Spyder GS, RS, and RT series vehicles. The fuel cap may not fit onto the fuel tank filler neck, preventing it from sealing properly. Consequence: If the fuel cap does not seal properly, it may leak fuel vapors. Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury. Remedy: BRP will notify owners and send them a replacement fuel cap, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in mid-January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): CAN-AM / SPYDER GS 2008-2009 CAN-AM / SPYDER RS 2010 Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Report Receipt Date: DEC 12, 2012 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V581000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Potential Number of Units Affected: 9,600 Summary: Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (BRP) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Can-Am Spyder GS and model year 2010 Can-AM Spyder RS vehicles. Fuel vapors may exit the fuel vapor canister vent hose in the enclosed engine compartment. Consequence: Fuel vapors in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire and personal injury. Remedy: BRP will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel vapor canister vent hose and replace and re-route it, as necessary, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to in early January 2013. Owners may contact BRP AT 1-888-638-5397. Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.