Broken CNG Tank Brackets

If the brackets break, the CNG tank may separate from the vehicle frame increasing the risk of a crash or possible fire.

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If the brackets break, the CNG tank may separate from the vehicle frame increasing the risk of a crash or possible fire.

  • NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V040000
  • Manufacturer Almared, Inc.
  • Components FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
  • Potential Number of Units Affected 18

Summary

Almared, Inc., dba A-1 Alternative Fuel Systems, is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-550 transit buses manufactured May 2011 through April 2013, altered to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). In the affected vehicles, the brackets securing the passenger side CNG fuel tank may break.

Remedy

Almared, Inc. has notified owners and all affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. Owners may contact Almared at 1-559-485-4427.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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