First Brands | NHTSA Recall #94E002000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 94E002000 by First Brands. Includes 2,800,000 affected units, EQUIPMENT:AEROSOL CANISTERS:FIX FLATS, component: TIRES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

When the product is used to inflate a tire, and there is sufficient air in the tire, a highly combustible gas/air mixture is created.

Corrective Action

First brands has asked for the return of all inventory of the product. Press releases have been issued to the public and instructions provided for the proper disposal of the product. A full purchase price refund will be provided.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 94E002000

Manufacturer: First Brands

Report Received Date: 1994-02-23T00:00:00

Subject: Equipment:aerosol canisters:fix flats

Component: Tires

Potentially Affected Units: 2,800,000

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: When the product is used to inflate a tire, and there is sufficient air in the tire, a highly combustible gas/air mixture is created.

Consequence Summary: If the combustible gas/air mixture leaks from the tireand is exposed to a source of ignition, the tire can rupture and cause seriousinjuries to persons repairing the tire or in the immediate area.

Corrective Action: First brands has asked for the return of all inventory of the product. Press releases have been issued to the public and instructions provided for the proper disposal of the product. A full purchase price refund will be provided.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-mmnq-tmdd~wnkr

NHTSA ID: 94E002000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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