The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·16E051000·Announced 2016-06-01

M.B. Sturgis Recalls Auto Changeover Propane Gas Regulators Due to Leak Risk

M.B. Sturgis is recalling specific propane gas regulators where a cracked window may allow gas to leak, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the parts free of charge.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a propane gas leak that increases the risk of fire, which constitutes a significant injury or property-damage report criterion under the rubric for Severe severity.

Plain-English summary

M.B. Sturgis, Inc. is recalling certain Auto Changeover Propane Gas Regulators, part number 108260, manufactured between June 25, 2015, and July 17, 2015. The recall involves 2,083 units. In the affected regulators, the plastic fuel level gauge window may crack, which allows propane gas to leak out.

A propane gas leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. M.B. Sturgis has notified the vehicle manufacturers that purchased these regulators. Their dealers will replace the regulator free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016.

Owners may contact M.B. Sturgis customer service at 1-888-291-6665. M.B. Sturgis' number for this recall is 250615 0012. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT:RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER:LPG SYSTEMS recall
Manufacturer
M.B. Sturgis Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Recreational Vehicle / Trailer
Hazard
Affected units
2,083

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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