Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard
What was recalled
These filters are used to fuel-up off-road and racing vehicles. The recall involves Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters, or fuel funnel pre-filters, with the model numbers 20-2465-03, 20-2466-03, 20-2467-03, and 20-2474-03. The red fabric mesh filters were available in two sizes, small and large, and in two different shapes to accommodate various sizes of fueling funnels. The name of the manufacturer, Outerwears, is the only marking on the product.
Hazard
The Funnel Pre-Filters can create a flash when they are removed from the fuel tank posing a fire hazard.
Injuries
Outerwears received three reports of flashing when the funnel is removed from the fuel tank following a fueling event. No injuries have been reported.
Made in
United States
Where it was sold
- Various off-road and racing retailers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for about $25.
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