Intercontinental Auto Parts | NHTSA Recall #08E019000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E019000 by Intercontinental Auto Parts. Includes 1,937 affected units, AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTER/LEAK, component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. the filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. this could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.

Corrective Action

Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began during march 2008. owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E019000
Report Received Date: 2008-03-06T00:00:00
Subject: Aftermarket fuel filter/leak
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline
Potentially Affected Units: 1,937

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Intercontinental auto parts is recalling 1,937 fuel filters, p/nos alg 44/1 and purolator f10024, shipped between january 14 and february 13, 2008, sold for use on the vehicles listed above. the filter's outlet cap may not be securely crimped to the housing. this could result in a separation of filter's outlet cap from the housing.
Consequence Summary: If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no start condition may result and fuel may be pumped onto the ground. if this occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply. if an ignition source were present, fuel leakage may result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Intercontinental will replace the fuel filters free of charge. the recall began during march 2008. owners may contact intercontinental at 800-451-2593.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-kk3h_k8r8-f6t9
NHTSA ID: 08E019000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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