USA RECALL #1 - Buick recalls the 2016 Verano for possible risk of fire in the engine bay.

RECALL Subject : Misrouted Fuel Line May Cause Fire

Report Receipt Date: AUG 11, 2016 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V595000 

Component(s): FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 

Potential Number of Units Affected: 189 

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

SUMMARY:

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured February 16, 2016, to May 12, 2016, equipped with a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine. The engine fuel line assembly may be misrouted, allowing the fuel line to contact the surface of the engine.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the fuel line contacts the engine, the fuel line may wear, resulting in a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

REMEDY:

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on August 19, 2016. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is 54180.

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.