Advanced Power Systems International, In | NHTSA Recall #08E045000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08E045000 by Advanced Power Systems International, In. Includes 135 affected units, AFTERMARKET FUEL HOSES/LEAKS, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Advanced power systems international, inc., is recalling 135 fitch fuel catalyst kits which could have been manufactured with a 3/8" gates barricade fuel hose with lot code cs030108 1xa, sold for use on various passenger cars and light trucks. the hose is too narrow and could rupture and leak. the part numbers of the kits possibly containing the affected hoses are as follows: f3824, f38g24, f3836, f4824b, f4836b, f48g24b, f58g24b, f5836b, f758186bd, f758g24b, f7582028bd, f57824bp, f75836bp, f5782618bc, f57824bc, f75824bp, f75836bd, f100824bp, f1008186bd, f10082028bd, f10082618bc, and f100824bc.

Corrective Action

Fitch will replace the hoses free of charge. the recall began on july 15, 2008. owners may contact fitch toll-free at 1-888-881-2774.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08E045000
Manufacturer: Advanced Power Systems International, In
Report Received Date: 2008-07-24T00:00:00
Subject: Aftermarket fuel hoses/leaks
Component: Fuel System, Other
Potentially Affected Units: 135

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Advanced power systems international, inc., is recalling 135 fitch fuel catalyst kits which could have been manufactured with a 3/8" gates barricade fuel hose with lot code cs030108 1xa, sold for use on various passenger cars and light trucks. the hose is too narrow and could rupture and leak. the part numbers of the kits possibly containing the affected hoses are as follows: f3824, f38g24, f3836, f4824b, f4836b, f48g24b, f58g24b, f5836b, f758186bd, f758g24b, f7582028bd, f57824bp, f75836bp, f5782618bc, f57824bc, f75824bp, f75836bd, f100824bp, f1008186bd, f10082028bd, f10082618bc, and f100824bc.
Consequence Summary: A fuel leak in the engine compartment could possibly result in a fire.
Corrective Action: Fitch will replace the hoses free of charge. the recall began on july 15, 2008. owners may contact fitch toll-free at 1-888-881-2774.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 08E045000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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