Winkelmann Flowform Cng Cylinder recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

April 10, 2020

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Winkelmann Flowform Technology LP recalls Winkelmann Flowform Cng Cylinder

Recall number

20E021000

Brand / firm

Winkelmann Flowform

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5 units

Why it was recalled

If the cylinders cannot be inspected or pass inspection, the cylinders can fail and increase the risk of a fire or injury.

What was recalled

Winkelmann Flowform Technology LP (WFT) is recalling certain 327 liter compressed natural gas cylinders, part number CNG-327L-2560N. The font size of the cylinder labels may be too small and may be missing the type 3 designation, which will prevent the cylinders from passing inspection. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 304, "Compressed Natural Gas Fuel Container Integrity."

What to do

WFT will notify owners, and provide replacement cylinder labels, free of charge. The recall began on April 20, 2020. Owners may contact WFT customer service at 1-334-758-6400.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.