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HighNHTSA·16E034000·Announced 2016-04-13

Nitrous Outlet Recalls Nitrous Solenoid Valves Due to Welding Defect

Nitrous Outlet is recalling specific .122 Nitrous Solenoid valves due to improper welding that may cause the piston to eject under pressure, posing an injury risk.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the piston may eject under pressure, posing an injury risk to nearby individuals, but no injuries or illnesses have been reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Nitrous Outlet is recalling certain .122 Nitrous Solenoid valves, part number 00-50004, manufactured between May 1, 2015, and July 30, 2015. The recall involves 582 affected units.

The defect is caused by improper welding, which may cause the valves to separate when under pressure during installation or use. If the piston ejects, it can increase the risk of injury to nearby individuals or damage other nearby components.

Owners should contact Nitrous Outlet customer service at 1-254-848-4300 to receive a full refund or a replacement part free of charge. The recall began on August 31, 2015. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS recall
Manufacturer
Nitrous Outlet
Category
Consumer Product — Automotive Performance Parts
Hazard
Affected units
582

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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