One Lakh Maruti A-Star Cars Recalled To Avoid Fuel Leakage Problem

About 1 Lakh Maruti A-Star Cars manufactured by Maruti Suzuki before Aug 22, 2009 have a peculiar problem with the fuel pump gasket and o-ring which prevent fuel leakage. This problem comes when the fuel is filled full to the brim in the fuel tank, it creates chances of fuel leakage that can be a safety hazard.The recall is being conducted proactively by Maruti Suzuki and they are contacting all the customers with potentially problematic cars and replacing the gaskets and o-rings as preventive measure. Most of the customers have not faced this problem as yet as only a few cases have been reported starting November 2009. This problem had been reveled during a quality inspection by Maruti.This step to recall the cars and replace the parts before it becomes a large problem is a very essential step for reputed brands like Maruti to save its goodwill and trust which people have towards this brand. Maruti is calling its customers and repairing the problem. The cost of the repair is being borne partly by Maruti and Partly by the fuel pump supplier.