Baldwin Filters | NHTSA Recall #11E046000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11E046000 by Baldwin Filters. Includes 130,529 affected units, AFTERMARKET OIL AND FUEL FILTER, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Baldwin filters is recalling certain baldwin and hastings brand oil and fuel filters sold as aftermarket parts designed for use in a variety of small diesel engines used in light/medium duty applications such as pickup trucks, vans, or buses. the defective oil/fuel filters were manufactured between july 2011 and october 2011. the gasket material loses the ability to resist permanent deformation under heat and load. as this event progresses, the gasket is no longer able to provide the necessary sealing capability.

Corrective Action

Baldwin will retrofit the filter with new gaskets free of charge. the safety recall began on november 18, 2011. owners may contact baldwin filters service engineering at 1-800-822-5394 ext. 79729.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11E046000

Manufacturer: Baldwin Filters

Report Received Date: 2011-11-07T00:00:00

Subject: Aftermarket oil and fuel filter

Component: Fuel System, Other

Potentially Affected Units: 130,529

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Baldwin filters is recalling certain baldwin and hastings brand oil and fuel filters sold as aftermarket parts designed for use in a variety of small diesel engines used in light/medium duty applications such as pickup trucks, vans, or buses. the defective oil/fuel filters were manufactured between july 2011 and october 2011. the gasket material loses the ability to resist permanent deformation under heat and load. as this event progresses, the gasket is no longer able to provide the necessary sealing capability.

Consequence Summary: Fluid loss in the application will subsequently occur, which in turn could lead to power loss while the vehicle is in operation, increasing the risk of a crash. also, a fuel leak could cause a fire.

Corrective Action: Baldwin will retrofit the filter with new gaskets free of charge. the safety recall began on november 18, 2011. owners may contact baldwin filters service engineering at 1-800-822-5394 ext. 79729.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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