CPSC2017-03-24
OPW Recalls Gas Station Hose Swivel Connectors Due to Fire, Explosion Hazards
OPW, of Hamilton, Ohio
Hazard
The swivel connectors can separate from the hose or nozzle of the gas station pump and cause fuel spillage, posing fire and explosion hazards.
Remedy
Gas station owners should immediately stop using and remove the recalled swivel connectors and contact OPW for a free replacement. The hose and nozzle can continue to be used without the swivel connector until the replacement is installed.
Sold at
OPW through distributors and direct to gas stations as individual units and as part of hose kits from January 2013 through January 2017 for about $33.
Affected count
About 824,000
Injuries reported
OPW has received two reports of the swivel connectors separating from the hose or nozzle. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
Taiwan
Remedy type
Replace
Products
Gas station hose swivel connectors
Consumer contact
OPW toll-free at 866-562-5931 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.opwglobal.com and click on "Swivel Recall" for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2017/OPW-Recalls-Gas-Station-Hose-Swivel-ConnectorsDon't want to check this manually?
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