Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose Due to Fire and Explosion Hazard

Agency Publication Date: September 30, 2014

Summary

Franklin Fueling Systems is recalling approximately 6,700 FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON and FLEXSTEEL FUTURA hardwall fuel curb hoses. The crimp on these fuel hoses can loosen, which allows fuel to leak during use at gas stations. These 1-inch diameter hoses were sold in various colors including black, green, blue, yellow, and red, in lengths ranging from 9 inches to 100 feet. No injuries have been reported, but the leaking fuel creates a dangerous situation. Consumers can receive a full refund or a free replacement hose.

Risk

The hose crimp can fail or loosen while fuel is being dispensed, leading to active fuel leaks. This presents an immediate fire and explosion hazard to gas station customers and staff if the fuel ignites.

What You Should Do

Check your fuel hose for the brand names 'FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON' or 'FLEXSTEEL FUTURA' printed directly on the hose.
Look at the hose fitting for a date code between M1014 and M3014 (formatted as WWYY).
Verify the model number by checking the label on the crimp ferrule (for fixed fittings) or the original shipping box (for swivel fittings). Affected model numbers start with FLHFR3XX XXX or FLXHW3XX XXX.
Immediately stop using any recalled fuel hose if it matches the brand, date code, and model number descriptions.
Contact Franklin Fueling Systems at (800) 225-9787 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.franklinfueling.com and click on 'Recall Information' to arrange for a full refund or a replacement hose.
For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

Replace, Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hardwall curb hose and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose.

Contact: Franklin Fueling Systems at (800) 225-9787 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.franklinfueling.com and click on "Recall Information: Recall of 1" Hardwall Curb Hose" for more information.

Affected Products

Product: FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON Hardwall Curb Hose (1 inch diameter)

Model:

FLHFR3XX XXX

FLXHW3XX XXX

Lot Numbers:

M1014 (Date Code)

M1114 (Date Code)

M1214 (Date Code)

M1314 (Date Code)

M1414 (Date Code)

M1514 (Date Code)

M1614 (Date Code)

M1714 (Date Code)

M1814 (Date Code)

M1914 (Date Code)

M2014 (Date Code)

M2114 (Date Code)

M2214 (Date Code)

M2314 (Date Code)

M2414 (Date Code)

M2514 (Date Code)

M2614 (Date Code)

M2714 (Date Code)

M2814 (Date Code)

M2914 (Date Code)

M3014 (Date Code)

Date Ranges: March 2014 - July 2014

Product: FLEXSTEEL FUTURA Hardwall Curb Hose (1 inch diameter)

Model:

FLHFR3XX XXX

FLXHW3XX XXX

Lot Numbers:

M1014 (Date Code)

M1114 (Date Code)

M1214 (Date Code)

M1314 (Date Code)

M1414 (Date Code)

M1514 (Date Code)

M1614 (Date Code)

M1714 (Date Code)

M1814 (Date Code)

M1914 (Date Code)

M2014 (Date Code)

M2114 (Date Code)

M2214 (Date Code)

M2314 (Date Code)

M2414 (Date Code)

M2514 (Date Code)

M2614 (Date Code)

M2714 (Date Code)

M2814 (Date Code)

M2914 (Date Code)

M3014 (Date Code)

Date Ranges: March 2014 - July 2014

Product Images

Green 1” FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON Hardwall Curb Hose crimp

1” FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON Hardwall Curb Hose date code on fitting

Black 1” FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON Hardwall Curb Hose

Black 1” FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON Hardwall Curb Hose with model number, crimp and fitting

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall ID: 14285

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wisc.

Sold By: Distributors, contractors and gasoline stations nationwide from March 2014 through July 2014 for between $20 and $560 depending on length.

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: About 6,700

Distributed To: Nationwide

Agency Last Updated: February 5, 2015

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Summary

What You Should Do

Check your fuel hose for the brand names 'FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON' or 'FLEXSTEEL FUTURA' printed directly on the hose.

Look at the hose fitting for a date code between M1014 and M3014 (formatted as WWYY).

Verify the model number by checking the label on the crimp ferrule (for fixed fittings) or the original shipping box (for swivel fittings). Affected model numbers start with FLHFR3XX XXX or FLXHW3XX XXX.

Immediately stop using any recalled fuel hose if it matches the brand, date code, and model number descriptions.

Contact Franklin Fueling Systems at (800) 225-9787 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.franklinfueling.com and click on 'Recall Information' to arrange for a full refund or a replacement hose.

For additional questions, contact the CPSC Hotline at 800-638-2772.

Your Remedy Options

Replace, Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hardwall curb hose and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose.

Affected Products

Product: FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON Hardwall Curb Hose (1 inch diameter)

Model:

FLHFR3XX XXX

FLXHW3XX XXX

Lot Numbers:

M1014 (Date Code)

M1114 (Date Code)

M1214 (Date Code)

M1314 (Date Code)

M1414 (Date Code)

M1514 (Date Code)

M1614 (Date Code)

M1714 (Date Code)

M1814 (Date Code)

M1914 (Date Code)

M2014 (Date Code)

M2114 (Date Code)

M2214 (Date Code)

M2314 (Date Code)

M2414 (Date Code)

M2514 (Date Code)

M2614 (Date Code)

M2714 (Date Code)

M2814 (Date Code)

M2914 (Date Code)

M3014 (Date Code)

Date Ranges: March 2014 - July 2014

Product: FLEXSTEEL FUTURA Hardwall Curb Hose (1 inch diameter)

Model:

FLHFR3XX XXX

FLXHW3XX XXX

Lot Numbers:

M1014 (Date Code)

M1114 (Date Code)

M1214 (Date Code)

M1314 (Date Code)

M1414 (Date Code)

M1514 (Date Code)

M1614 (Date Code)

M1714 (Date Code)

M1814 (Date Code)

M1914 (Date Code)

M2014 (Date Code)

M2114 (Date Code)

M2214 (Date Code)

M2314 (Date Code)

M2414 (Date Code)

M2514 (Date Code)

M2614 (Date Code)

M2714 (Date Code)

M2814 (Date Code)

M2914 (Date Code)

M3014 (Date Code)

Date Ranges: March 2014 - July 2014

Additional Information

Agency: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall ID: 14285

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wisc.

Sold By: Distributors, contractors and gasoline stations nationwide from March 2014 through July 2014 for between $20 and $560 depending on length.

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: About 6,700

Distributed To: Nationwide

Agency Last Updated: February 5, 2015