Fontaine Modification Co. | NHTSA Recall #04V393000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V393000 by Fontaine Modification Co.. Includes 86 affected units, FONTAINE/NEXGEN/LNG RELIEF VALVES, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain chassis built with lng engines, the lng tank's primary and secondary relief valves could fail to open and relieve tank pressure.

Corrective Action

Dealers will retrofit the lng tanks with a new primary relief valve pipe away tube and a new ventilated shroud. the recall began on may 14, 2004. owners should contact fontaine at 1-800-544-8175.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 04V393000

Manufacturer: Fontaine Modification Co.

Report Received Date: 2004-08-10T00:00:00

Subject: Fontaine/nexgen/lng relief valves

Component: Fuel System, Other

Potentially Affected Units: 86

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain chassis built with lng engines, the lng tank's primary and secondary relief valves could fail to open and relieve tank pressure.

Consequence Summary: This could cause ice buildup on the discharge side of the primary and secondary pressure system allowing the relief system to freeze and become blocked resulting in over pressurization of the lng tanks creating the risk of catastrophic tank rupture which could cause serious injury or death.

Corrective Action: Dealers will retrofit the lng tanks with a new primary relief valve pipe away tube and a new ventilated shroud. the recall began on may 14, 2004. owners should contact fontaine at 1-800-544-8175.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 04V393000

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