Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard
CPSC recall 09171 · announced March 26, 2009 · Outerwears · 500 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The Funnel Pre-Filters can create a flash when they are removed from the fuel tank posing a fire hazard.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using the funnel pre-filters and contact Outerwears, Inc. to arrange for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Outerwears received three reports of flashing when the funnel is removed from the fuel tank following a fueling event. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Various off-road and racing retailers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for about $25.
Consumer contact: For additional information, contact Outerwears Inc. at (800) 967-3450 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET, from Monday to Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.outerwears.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.