The Recall Desk
Our severity:HighNHTSA·18E029000·Announced 2018-05-02

FiTech Fuel Injection Systems Recalled for Fuel Leak Fire Risk

Fuel Injection Technology is recalling Summit Racing Max 500-EFI systems because fuel injector O-rings may leak, increasing fire risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).

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 (fire risk due to fuel leak) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Fuel Injection Technology, Inc. (FiTech) is recalling certain Summit Racing Max 500-EFI 240500 fuel injection systems. The recall involves 1,071 units where the fuel injector O-ring seals may leak fuel.

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. No specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

FiTech will notify purchasers and replace the fuel rails, O-rings, and any related parts free of charge. The recall began on May 15, 2018. Owners may contact FiTech customer service at 1-951-340-2624 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM recall
Manufacturer
Fuel Injection Technology, Inc.
Category
Consumer Product — Automotive Parts
Hazard
Affected units
1,071

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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