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Product recall · CPSCSeptember 30, 2014Serious
Franklin Fueling Systems Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The crimp on the fuel hose can loosen causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hardwall curb hose and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose.
Who to contact: Franklin Fueling Systems at (800) 225-9787 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.franklinfueling.com and click on "Recall Information: Recall of 1" Hardwall Curb Hose" for more information.
The product
The FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON hardwall curb hose is 1 inch in diameter ranging in lengths from 9 inches to 100 feet, including various made-to-order lengths, with fixed and swivel fittings. The product is used in conjunction with the gas station nozzle to dispense or transfer refined fuels such as gasoline, diesel, ethanol blends and biodiesel blends (up to E15). The recalled hoses come in black, green, blue, yellow or red. A date code of M1014 through M3014 in WWYY format, is on the fitting with model numbers starting with FLHFR3XX XXX or FLXHW3XX XXX. On the products with a fixed fitting, the model number is on a label on the crimp ferrule. On products with a swivel fitting, the model number can be found on the label of the box in which it was shipped. "FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON" or "FLEXSTEEL FUTURA" are printed on the hoses.
Details
- Units affected
- About 6,700
- Recall date
- September 30, 2014
- Brand
- Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wisc.
- Injuries reported
- None reported
Distributors, contractors and gasoline stations nationwide from March 2014 through July 2014 for between $20 and $560 depending on length.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose Due to Fire and Explosion Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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