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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 11E046000

Baldwin Filters P7145 — Fuel system, other: fuel filter

Published November 7, 2011 · Recall initiated: November 7, 2011

Summary

NHTSA records recall 11E046000, published November 7, 2011. Recalling firm: BALDWIN FILTERS; Baldwin Filters P7145 — Fuel system, other: fuel filter.

What's the hazard

BALDWIN FILTERS IS RECALLING CERTAIN BALDWIN AND HASTINGS BRAND OIL AND FUEL FILTERS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET PARTS DESIGNED FOR USE IN A VARIETY OF SMALL DIESEL ENGINES USED IN LIGHT/MEDIUM DUTY APPLICATIONS SUCH AS PICKUP TRUCKS, VANS, OR BUSES. THE DEFECTIVE OIL/FUEL FILTERS WERE MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 2011 AND OCTOBER 2011. THE GASKET MATERIAL LOSES THE ABILITY TO RESIST PERMANENT DEFORMATION UNDER HEAT AND LOAD. AS THIS EVENT PROGRESSES, THE GASKET IS NO LONGER ABLE TO PROVIDE THE NECESSARY SEALING CAPABILITY.

What to do

BALDWIN WILL RETROFIT THE FILTER WITH NEW GASKETS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BALDWIN FILTERS SERVICE ENGINEERING AT 1-800-822-5394 EXT. 79729.

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Recall details

Brand
BALDWIN FILTERS
Model
P7145
Manufacturer
BALDWIN FILTERS
Lot
BALDWIN FILTERS P7145 | HASTINGS LF558F | HASTINGS LF558CO | HASTINGS FF1145 | BALDWIN FILTERS BK6661 | BALDWIN FILTERS P7423 | BALDWIN FILTERS P7235 | BALDWIN FILTERS P7199 | BALDWIN FILTERS P7188 | BALDWIN FILTERS PF7812 KIT | HASTINGS CF558 | HASTINGS FF1166 | HASTINGS LF584 | BALDWIN FILTERS BK6161 | BALDWIN FILTERS PF7934 KIT | HASTINGS LF552 | HASTINGS LF558
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Baldwin Filters P7145 — Fuel system, other: fuel filter recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 11E046000 on November 7, 2011. Reported hazard: BALDWIN FILTERS IS RECALLING CERTAIN BALDWIN AND HASTINGS BRAND OIL AND FUEL FILTERS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET PARTS DESIGNED FOR USE IN A VARIETY OF SMALL DIESEL ENGINES USED IN LIGHT/MEDIUM DUTY APPLICATIONS SUCH AS PICKUP TRUCKS, VANS, OR BUSES. THE DEFECTIVE OIL/FUEL FILTERS WERE MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JULY 2011 AND OCTOBER 2011. THE GASKET MATERIAL LOSES THE ABILITY TO RESIST PERMANENT DEFORMATION UNDER HEAT AND LOAD. AS THIS EVENT PROGRESSES, THE GASKET IS NO LONGER ABLE TO PROVIDE THE NECESSARY SEALING CAPABILITY.

What should I do if I have this product?

BALDWIN WILL RETROFIT THE FILTER WITH NEW GASKETS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BALDWIN FILTERS SERVICE ENGINEERING AT 1-800-822-5394 EXT. 79729.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: BALDWIN FILTERS. Model: P7145.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)