Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard

Active Recall Announced March 26, 2009 CPSC #09171

Quick answer

Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard is CPSC recall #09171, announced on March 26, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: These filters are used to fuel-up off-road and racing vehicles. The recall involves Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters, or fuel funnel pre-filters, with the model numbers 20-2465-03, 20-2466-03, 20-2467-03, and 20-2474-03. The red fabric mesh filters were available in two sizes, small and large, and in two different shapes to accommodate various sizes of fueling funnels. The name of the manufacturer, Outerwears, is the only marking on the product. The remedy is consumers should stop using the funnel pre-filters and contact outerwears, inc. to arrange for a full refund.. Affected brand: Outerwears Inc..

Hazard

These filters are used to fuel-up off-road and racing vehicles. The recall involves Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters, or fuel funnel pre-filters, with the model numbers 20-2465-03, 20-2466-03, 20-2467-03, and 20-2474-03. The red fabric mesh filters were available in two sizes, small and large, and in two different shapes to accommodate various sizes of fueling funnels. The name of the manufacturer, Outerwears, is the only marking on the product.

Affected products

Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters

Recalled brands

Outerwears Inc.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the funnel pre-filters and contact Outerwears, Inc. to arrange for a full refund.

Recall date

March 26, 2009

Categories

Automotive Products

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #09171?

CPSC recall #09171 covers Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on March 26, 2009. The CPSC cites the following hazard: These filters are used to fuel-up off-road and racing vehicles. The recall involves Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters, or fuel funnel pre-filters, with the model numbers 20-2465-03, 20-2466-03, 20-2467-03, and 20-2474-03. The red fabric mesh filters were available in two sizes, small and large, and in two different shapes to accommodate various sizes of fueling funnels. The name of the manufacturer, Outerwears, is the only marking on the product.

What is the remedy for recall #09171?

The CPSC remedy for recall #09171 is consumers should stop using the funnel pre-filters and contact outerwears, inc. to arrange for a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2009/Outerwears-Inc-Recalls-Filters-Used-in-Fuel-Funnels-Due-to-Fire-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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