NHTSA Recall 14V426000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V426000; Date: Jul. 10, 2014
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2010 Ford E-150; 2011 Ford E-150; 2012 Ford E-150; 2010 Ford E-250; 2011 Ford E-250; 2012 Ford E-250; 2010 Ford E-350; 2011 Ford E-350; 2012 Ford E-350; 2010 Ford E-450; 2011 Ford E-450; 2012 Ford E-450
Component: Fuel System, Other:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Roush Performance Products, Inc.
Affected Units:: 36
Recall Summary:
Roush performance products, inc. (roush) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Ford e-150 wagons and cargo vans, e-250 cargo vans and extended cargo vans, e-350 wagons, extended wagons, cargo vans, and extended vans, and e-450 cutaway models. These models were modified by roush to be equipped with certain propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured January 2011 to August 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting. Due to a reaction between the different metals, the affected kits may develop a propane leak where the aluminum fuel line fitting contacts the brass supply valve housing.
How to Fix:
Roush will notify owners and will replace the aluminum fuel line fittings with new stainless steel fittings, free of charge. The recall began on September 1, 2014. Owners may contact roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Sep 1, 2014
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