Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard
⚠ Critical Alert — Stop Using Immediately
This product has been flagged with severe risks (fire or burn). Stop using it now and contact the brand or CPSC for a refund, repair, or replacement.
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5176.
These filters are used to fuel-up off-road and racing vehicles. The recall involves Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters, or fuel funnel pre-filters, with the model numbers 20-2465-03, 20-2466-03, 20-2467-03, and 20-2474-03. The red fabric mesh filters were available in two sizes, small and large, and in two different shapes to accommodate various sizes of fueling funnels. The name of the manufacturer, Outerwears, is the only marking on the product.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5176.
Consumers should stop using the funnel pre-filters and contact Outerwears, Inc. to arrange for a full refund.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Various Off-road And Racing Retailers Nationwide From June 2008 Through February 2009 For About $25. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-5176.
For additional information, contact Outerwears Inc. at (800) 967-3450 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET, from Monday to Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.outerwears.com
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Various Off-road And Racing Retailers Nationwide From June 2008 Through February 2009 For About $25. Recall FAQ
Various Off-road And Racing Retailers Nationwide From June 2008 Through February 2009 For About $25. is the subject of a fuel recall: Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard. The notice was published on March 26, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 500 units are potentially affected.