Component
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Manufacturer
HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
What Happened
The fuel filter in your vehicle is a crucial part that keeps your engine running smoothly by cleaning the fuel. However, the specific fuel filter in question, made by Fram, might not fit properly due to a manufacturing issue with the connector.
Risk if Unfixed
If this filter leaks, it could cause a fire if there's an ignition source nearby, which could lead to serious damage and potentially put you at risk.
Free Fix
Your fuel filter will be replaced for free by Honeywell, the manufacturer. You'll receive a notification soon, but you can also contact Fram customer service directly at 1-800-890-2075 (option 1) if you have any questions or want to schedule the repair.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, FRAM BRAND NAME P/N G3727, WITH DATE CODES X52911 THROUGH X60801 SEQUENTIALLY OR X600141 AND A MEXICO COUNTRY OR ORIGIN MARKING ON THE FUEL FILTER HOUSING MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 18, 2005, THROUGH MARCH 21, 2006, SOLD FOR USE ON THE VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE AND ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES. (TO SEE THE SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SIZES, CLICK ON "DOCUMENT SEARCH" AND THEN "BUS APPLICATIONS"). THE CONNECTOR ON THE FUEL FILTER WAS NOT MANUFACTURED TO HONEYWELL'S SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE O-RING MAY NOT SEAT CORRECTLY ON THE FUEL LINE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE AN INADEQUATE SEAL AT THE CONNECTION, POTENTIALLY LEADING TO A FUEL LEAK. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
Original — Remedy
HONEYWELL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-890-2075 (OPTION 1).
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