NHTSA recall 04E042000 · Equipment
Fuel system, other › Storage › Tank assembly › Pressure relief devices
Reported Jun 2, 20041,509 vehicles affectedNEXGEN FUELING
The defect
Nexgen liquid natural gas (lng) vehicle tanks with shroud (truck-style tanks) built before february 1, 2004. introduction of water into the discharge side of both the primary or secondary pressure relief valves simultaneously and subsequent freezing in service can render the valves temporarily inoperable.
The risk
This condition creates the risk of tank over-pressurization and a potential tank rupture, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
The remedy
Nexgen has notified the original vehicle manufacturers who will notify their customers and conduct the recall remedy.