CPSC2016-03-15
Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Gas Station Hose/Swivel Fitting Sets Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards
Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wis.
Hazard
The swivel fitting can separate from the hose, causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hose/swivel fitting sets and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose/swivel fitting set.
Sold at
Distributors, contractors and gasoline stations nationwide from April 2015 through September 2015 for swivel fittings with ¾-inch hoses and May 2015 through October 2015 for swivel fittings with 1-inch hoses. The hose/swivel fitting sets were sold for between $18 and $400.
Affected count
About 9,000
Injuries reported
Franklin Fueling Systems has received reports of three incidents in which a swivel fitting has separated from a hose causing a fuel spill. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Gas station hose/swivel fitting sets
Consumer contact
Franklin Fueling Systems at 800-984-6266 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.franklinfueling.com and click on "Hose/Swivel Recall Update" under Latest News for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2016/Franklin-Fueling-Systems-Recalls-Gas-Station-Hose-Swivel-Fitting-SetsDon't want to check this manually?
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