Airtex Fuel Pump Module Dw3950m recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

February 13, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

UCI International LLC recalls Airtex Fuel Pump Module Dw3950m, Fuel Pump Module Pf2032, Fuel Pump Module C8006

Recall number

15E007000

Brand / firm

Airtex

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 267 units

Why it was recalled

A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

Airtex Products, LP (Airtex) is recalling certain replacement equipment fuel pump modules, part numbers C8006, PF2032, and DW3950, manufactured May 21, 2012, to June 2, 2014, and sold on or after July 23, 2014, through January 28, 2015. The affected fuel pumps have a flexible line that connects the fuel pump to an external fuel filter. Due to an improper seal, the flexible line may leak fuel where it connects to the fuel filter.

What to do

Airtex will notify owners and will replace the defective fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on April 3, 2015. Owners may contact Airtex customer service at 1-800-880-3056.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.