Hale Kubota Portable Pump recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 6, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Hale Products Inc recalls Hale Kubota Portable Pump

Recall number

18E079000

Brand / firm

Hale

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 356 units

Why it was recalled

If the warning lamps are not operable, the user may not be warned that there is a problem with the pump's engine. Failure of the pump's engine may inhibit the ability to contain a fire, increasing the risk of injury.

What was recalled

Hale Products Inc (Hale) is recalling certain Kubota Diesel Powered Portable Pumps, part number 200779, revisions A through C. These pumps may be improperly wired, causing the Oil Pressure and Temperature warning lamps to not illuminate when needed.

What to do

Hale will notify the vehicle manufacturers that purchased the pumps, and dealers for those manufacturers will reverse the wires leading to the warning/indicators or provide a plug-in wire harness, free of charge. The recall began September 9, 2018. Owners may contact Hale customer service at 1-800-533-3569. Hale's number for this recall is SB-166.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.