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Luxfer GAS Cylinders Fuel System, Other recall
Recalled December 1, 2018 · NHTSA recall 18E111000 · Luxfer GAS Cylinders
Hazard
The forcible ejection of the stem may increase the risk of injury to those nearby. Additionally, the unintended release of CNG can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Luxfer will notify owners, and provide an upgrade kit for the valves which doubles the snap ring strength, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Luxfer customer service at 1-403-720-0262.
Units
1,607 units
Description
Luxfer Canada Ltd. (Luxfer) is recalling certain One-Turn Valves (OTV), part number MPVE-250. If the knob is turned more than one turn, the valve's snap ring may fail and the valve stem may forcibly eject from the valve body.
What to do
Luxfer will notify owners, and provide an upgrade kit for the valves which doubles the snap ring strength, free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Luxfer customer service at 1-403-720-0262.
Product
Luxfer GAS Cylinders ONE-TURN VALVE MPVE-250
Manufacturer(s)
Luxfer Canada Ltd.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →