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HighNHTSA·20E030000·Announced 2020-05-08

McNeilus Recalls CNG Fuel Systems with Defective Pressure Relief Devices

McNeilus is recalling certain CNG fuel systems sold as aftermarket parts because the pressure relief devices may fail to vent during heat exposure, potentially causing the system to rupture.

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 (fuel system rupture) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for potential significant injury without confirmed fatalities or hospitalizations.

Plain-English summary

McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc. is recalling certain Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) fuel systems that were sold as aftermarket parts. These systems, identified by part number 2702100, include an EMER thermally activated pressure relief device (PRD). The defect involves the PRDs potentially failing to vent the system when exposed to heat, which could result in the fuel system rupturing.

If the fuel system ruptures due to heat exposure, there is an increased risk of injury. The recall began on May 8, 2020. McNeilus will work with Agility to notify customers and replace the pressure relief devices free of charge.

Owners may contact Agility customer service at 1-949-267-7745 or McNeilus customer service at 1-888-686-7278. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:PRESSURE RELIEF DEVICES recall
Manufacturer
McNeilus Truck & Manufacturing, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
100

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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