Roush Cleantech, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14E035000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14E035000 by Roush Cleantech, Llc. Affecting propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured january 2011 to august 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting Includes 845 affected units, Corrosion of Propane Tank Fuel Line Fitting, component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured january 2011 to august 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting

Defect Summary

Roush cleantech, llc (roush) is recalling certain propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured january 2011 to august 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting. these kits were sold as original and replacement equipment for installation on 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. 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.

Corrective Action

Roush will notify owners, and roush's authorized service network will replace the aluminum fitting with a stainless steel fitting, free of charge. the recall began on august 5, 2014. owners may contact roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14E035000
Manufacturer: Roush Cleantech, Llc
Report Received Date: 2014-06-02T00:00:00
Subject: Corrosion of propane tank fuel line fitting
Component: Fuel System, Other
Potentially Affected Units: 845

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Roush cleantech, llc (roush) is recalling certain propane fuel system conversion kits manufactured january 2011 to august 2012 with an aluminum fuel line fitting. these kits were sold as original and replacement equipment for installation on 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. 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.
Consequence Summary: A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Roush will notify owners, and roush's authorized service network will replace the aluminum fitting with a stainless steel fitting, free of charge. the recall began on august 5, 2014. owners may contact roush customer service at 1-800-597-6874.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 17.16

Metadata

SID: row-846s-be3q.f7h4
NHTSA ID: 14E035000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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