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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12E052000

Gates Super-Vac — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Published November 5, 2012 · Recall initiated: November 5, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12E052000, published November 5, 2012. Recalling firm: Hydraulic Supply Co.; Gates Super-Vac — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

What's the hazard

Hydraulic Supply Company (HSC) is recalling certain Gates Corporation Super-Vac hoses that were used to re-route gas lines during the modification of vehicles to accommodate disabled motorists. The hoses are not suitable for gasoline contact and can develop cracks, possibly allowing gas to leak.

What to do

HSC is currently working with the only affected distributors, Triple S Mobility Inc. and its subcontractor, Boulevard Collision, to replace the affected Gates Corporation hoses with hoses suitable for gasoline, free of charge. For more information, owners should contact Triple S Mobility Inc. at 1-727-230-9448 or Boulevard Collision at 1-727-541-5850.

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Recall details

Brand
GATES
Model
SUPER-VAC
Manufacturer
Hydraulic Supply Co.
Lot
GATES SUPER-VAC
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Gates Super-Vac — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12E052000 on November 5, 2012. Reported hazard: Hydraulic Supply Company (HSC) is recalling certain Gates Corporation Super-Vac hoses that were used to re-route gas lines during the modification of vehicles to accommodate disabled motorists. The hoses are not suitable for gasoline contact and can develop cracks, possibly allowing gas to leak.

What should I do if I have this product?

HSC is currently working with the only affected distributors, Triple S Mobility Inc. and its subcontractor, Boulevard Collision, to replace the affected Gates Corporation hoses with hoses suitable for gasoline, free of charge. For more information, owners should contact Triple S Mobility Inc. at 1-727-230-9448 or Boulevard Collision at 1-727-541-5850.

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

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: GATES. Model: SUPER-VAC.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)