Purolator recall: Fuel system, other

What is wrong

Ufi filters usa is recalling certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from march 11 through april 27, 2010, for use on various passenger vehicles. Due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not function properly.

What could happen

If this condition occurs while attempting to start the vehicle, a no-start condition may result and fuel may be pumped out onto the ground and if an ingnition source is present, a fire can occur. If this condition occurs while the vehicle is in motion, the engine may stop due to inadequate fuel supply and this could result in a loss of power steering assist or a loss of brake power assist, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. The recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact ufi filters usa at 1-888-787-1740.

Vehicles covered

• Purolator F65277

Facts

NHTSA recall number

10E018000

Type

Equipment

Filed by

Ufi Filters USA

Reported to NHTSA

May 18, 2010

Owners notified

Jun 4, 2010

Vehicles or items affected

24,300

Started by

The manufacturer

Built

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Part

Fuel system, other › Fuel filter

Notes

This recall only pertains to ufi filters usa (purolator) aftermarket fuel filters and has no relation to original equipment installed in any vehicles.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.