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February 5, 2024 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24E007000
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Campaign Number: 24E007
Manufacturer Worldwide Distribution, LLLP
Components EQUIPMENT
Potential Number of Units Affected 665
Summary
Worldwide Distribution, LLLP (Worldwide) is recalling certain INGUSA/LP ASME Remote fill ASME LP tanks. Please see the recall report for all the affected serial numbers. The liquid level remote fill gauge on the propane tank may leak when in the “Open” position.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the valve as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 15, 2024. Owners may contact Worldwide customer service at 1-904-268-4921.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Remedy Instructions
Date: February 2024
Product Group: ASME LP Tanks
Model: 10.75×31” 10.3 gallon remote fill ASME LP Tank
Model: 8×31” 5.9 gallon remote fill ASME LP Tanks
Manufacturer Name: Industría Gutierrez, S.A. de CV (INGUSA)
Valve Manufacturer Name: Grand Gas Co, Taiwan Manufacture Year: 2023 Serial Number Range:
10.75×31” U-199923 – U-200122
8×31” U-188979 to U-189178; U-189179 to U-189378; U-189379 to U-189618 U-189923 to U-190231; U-190232 to U-190331; U-190332 to U-190562
Subject: Liquid level remote fill gauge has potential to leak in the OPEN position.
This bulletin provides information on diagnosing and/or repairing the potential of the liquid level gauge during initial air test of the LP Tank.
Observation:
After purging according to NPGA #133-89(a) and during the filling process, the liquid level gauge will be in the open position. Initially, the compressed air in the tank will exit through the intended outlet, followed by excess LP vapor. When the tank is full, the liquid level gauge in normal installations in closed. There are no observed instances in the closed position.
In some instances, LP vapor has been witnessed around the stem of the liquid level gauge when in the open position.
Identification: Subject liquid level gauges will have part number 11045B stamped on the side, with a discharge hole in the hand wheel manufactured by Grand Gas.
Replacements: Grand Gas Model 11045B with no hole in the hand wheel, or Cavagna Model 66-1377 with hand wheel in shape of a triangle shown below – Gauges are available for replacement.
WARNING
Fuel vapors are flammable. Death or serious injury can result if they are ignited. Make sure there are no open flames or smoking in the area of the repair. Adequate ventilation is necessary to prevent a build-up of fumes which could ignite, causing fire or explosion.
Diagnosis
- Using information on the tank’s data plate, confirm the capacity, dimensions, manufacturer, and serial number range.
- Check the part number on the installed liquid level gauge – insure it is marked as 11045B and an outlet hole on the hand wheel.
- Prior to first fill, qualifying tanks should be pressurized with a minimum of 100 PSI of air prior to filling to perform leak test in indicated area around the valve stem.
- Open the liquid level gauge to the open position and spray the liquid level with soapy water. Insure no leaks.
Replacement
- If diagnoses reveals leakage in the open position, empty air from tank.
- Remove old liquid level gauge
- Replacement gauges should be doped with PTFE tape prior to installation.
- Apply SAE cap to close side outlet, or, reattach the SAE fitting connected to outlet hose but insure external liquid level gauge is closed.
- Fill to at least 100 psi of compressed air.
- Open the tanks liquid level gauge.
- Perform leak check to insure repair is complete.
- Ensure to properly purge all compressed air from the LPG Tank.
- Fill with LP and perform additional leak test as required before putting into service.
Worldwide Distribution, LLLP
9905 Old St. Augustine Rd, Suite 105 Jacksonville FL, 32257
Tel: 01-904-268-4921 Fax: 01-904-880-5958
www.worldwidemfg.com
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Chronology
(Description of Principal Events Leading Up to the Recall Decision)
Description of Chronology:**
In June 2023, Worldwide Distribution was advised by one of its distributors that a vehicle manufacturer had observed the presence of air bubbles in the purge valves of certain 8” LP tanks when the tanks were being tested prior to installation. Worldwide Distribution provided the manufacturer with replacement valves and requested that the vehicle manufacturer return the original valves for further review and analysis. The originally installed valves were received in August 2023 and further analysis did not reveal any issue with the parts. Further, as part of the tank assembly process, all LP tanks undergo a batch inspection process by ASME for the presence of leaks. The inspection did not reveal any concerns for these particular products. In the interim, LP tanks produced with valves from the same sub-supplier were quarantined by the LP tank assembler and a new design for the valve was introduced at the manufacturing facility until the issue could be better understood. Worldwide Distribution was also advised, through its distributor, that another vehicle manufacturer using the same part was not experiencing the same or similar type of issues with the performance of these valves. At the time, it was believed that the presence of the air bubbles was related to the vehicle manufacturer’s process for testing for leaks prior to installation.
In late October 2023, Worldwide Distribution received information that another vehicle manufacturer had observed the presence of air bubbles in the purge valves of some units. Worldwide Distribution was informed that all of the suspect units had been quarantined and replacement parts were provided.
In December 2023, Worldwide Distribution was advised that a dealer for a vehicle manufacturer had reported several instances of leaking valves in certain LP tanks. In December and January 2024, Worldwide Distribution issued a communication that included instructions on how to properly test the LP tanks prior to first fill.
Upon further evaluating the issue, on January 29, 2024, Worldwide Distribution determined that a safety related defect exists in the above referenced LP tanks. Worldwide Distribution is not aware of any accidents or injuries related to this condition.
1 Affected Product
Equipment
| BRAND | PART NO. | PRODUCTION DATES |
| INGUSA | LP ASME TANK | |
5 Associated Documents
Miscellaneous Document – Chronology
RMISC-24E007-1493.pdf 55.598KB
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Defect Notice 573 Report
RCLRPT-24E007-2103.PDF 213.945KB
Recall Acknowledgement
Remedy Instructions and TSB
RCRIT-24E007-9678.pdf 122.637KB
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Recall 573 Report – 2/19/2024
RCLRPT-24E007-4681.PDF 214.144KB
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-007
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Worldwide Distribution, LLLP FEB 05, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24E-007 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Worldwide Distribution, LLLP Address : 9905 Old St Augustine Road
Suite 105 Jacksonville FL 32257
Company phone : 9042684921
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 665 Estimated percentage with defect : 45 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : INGUSA / LP ASME Tanks
Remote fill ASME LP Tank Part No. : 10.3gal 5.9gal Size : 10.75×31” ; 8×31” Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall population consists of remote LP tanks with the following serial number ranges: 5.9 gallon LP tank: U-188979 to U-189178; U-189179 to U-189378; U-189379 to U-189618, U-189923 to U-190231; U-190232 to
U-190331; U-190332 to U-190562; 10.3 gallon LP tank: U-199923 – U-200122
Note: The above is the relevant range of serial numbers, however, not all serial numbers contained with each range are affected. Production Dates : APR 01, 2023 – AUG 31, 2023
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : In certain remote fill Liquid Propane (LP) tanks, if the tank is filled while the valve is in the open position, LP vapor can escape from the liquid level gauge.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If LP vapor escapes while in the presence of an open flame, there is an
increased the risk of a thermal event or fire.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The user may observe a reduced LP level on the tank gauge or notice the smell of propane if a leak is present. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-007 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : Remote Fill Liquid Level Gauge
Component Description : Bleeder valve with circle shape in hand-wheel Component Part Number : 11045B Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Grand Hall Enterprise Co., Ltd Address : 9th Floor, No. 298, Rueiguang Road
Neihu Taipei Foreign States 114
Country : Taiwan, Province of China Chronology :
The chronology will be uploaded separately as an attachment Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The valve will be inspected to determine whether it falls within the
affected range and if so, the gauge will be replaced with a different part. The repair will be provided to vehicle owners free of charge. Vehicle manufacturers will conduct the remedy program How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The remedy component will not allow LP vapor to escape when tested with the gauge in the open position. The’re will be no circle shape in the hand-wheel
A new valve design was introduced in July 2023 Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 15, 2024 – FEB 28, 2024
Planned Owner Notification Date : FEB 15, 2024 – FEB 28, 2024 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-007
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Forest River, Inc. Address : NR
NR Country : US Company Phone : NR
Name : Jayco, Inc Address : NR
00 Country : NR Company Phone : NR
Name : Thor Motorcoach Address : NR
NR Country : US Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported
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Worldwide Distribution, LLLP
9905 Old St. Augustine Rd, Suite 105 Jacksonville FL, 32257
Tel: 01-904-268-4921 Fax: 01-904-880-5958
www.worldwidemfg.com
Remedy Instructions
Date: February 2024
Product Group: ASME LP Tanks
Model: 10.75×31” 10.3 gallon remote fill ASME LP Tank
Model: 8×31” 5.9 gallon remote fill ASME LP Tanks
Manufacturer Name: Industría Gutierrez, S.A. de CV (INGUSA)
Valve Manufacturer Name: Grand Gas Co, Taiwan
Manufacture Year: 2023
Serial Number Range:
10.75×31” U-199923 – U-200122
8×31” U-188979 to U-189178; U-189179 to U-189378; U-189379 to U-189618
U-189923 to U-190231; U-190232 to U-190331; U-190332 to U-190562
Subject: Liquid level remote fill gauge has potential to leak in the OPEN position.
This bulletin provides information on diagnosing and/or repairing the potential of the liquid level gauge during
initial air test of the LP Tank.
Observation:
After purging according to NPGA #133-89(a) and during the filling process, the liquid level gauge will be in the
open position. Initially, the compressed air in the tank will exit through the intended outlet, followed by excess
LP vapor. When the tank is full, the liquid level gauge in normal installations in closed. There are no observed
instances in the closed position.
In some instances, LP vapor has been witnessed around the stem of the liquid level gauge when in the open
position.
Identification: Subject liquid level
gauges will have part number 11045B
stamped on the side, with a discharge
hole in the hand wheel manufactured by
Grand Gas.
Replacements: Grand Gas Model 11045B with no hole in
the hand wheel, or Cavagna Model 66-1377 with hand wheel
in shape of a triangle shown below – Gauges are available for
replacement.
– 2 –
Diagnosis
1. Using information on the tank’s data plate, confirm the capacity, dimensions, manufacturer, and serial
number range.
2. Check the part number on the installed liquid level gauge – insure it is marked as 11045B and an outlet hole
on the hand wheel.
3. Prior to first fill, qualifying tanks should be pressurized with a minimum of 100 PSI of air prior to filling to
perform leak test in indicated area around the valve stem.
2. Open the liquid level gauge to the open position and spray the liquid level with soapy water. Insure no leaks.
Replacement
1. If diagnoses reveals leakage in the open position, empty air from tank.
2. Remove old liquid level gauge
3. Replacement gauges should be doped with PTFE tape prior to installation.
4. Apply SAE cap to close side outlet, or, reattach the SAE fitting connected to outlet hose but insure external
liquid level gauge is closed.
5. Fill to at least 100 psi of compressed air.
6. Open the tanks liquid level gauge.
7. Perform leak check to insure repair is complete.
8. Ensure to properly purge all compressed air from the LPG Tank.
9. Fill with LP and perform additional leak test as required before putting into service.
WARNING
Fuel vapors are flammable. Death or serious injury can result if they are ignited. Make sure there are no
open flames or smoking in the area of the repair. Adequate ventilation is necessary to prevent a build-up of
fumes which could ignite, causing fire or explosion.
MFG#
11045B
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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-007
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
Worldwide Distribution, LLLP FEB 19, 2024 NHTSA Recall No. : 24E-007 Manufacturer Recall No. : NR Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : Worldwide Distribution, LLLP Address : 9905 Old St Augustine Road
Suite 105 Jacksonville FL 32257
Company phone : 9042684921
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 665 Estimated percentage with defect : 45 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : INGUSA / LP ASME Tanks
Remote fill ASME LP Tank Part No. : 10.3gal 5.9gal Size : 10.75×31” ; 8×31” Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall population consists of remote LP tanks with the following serial number ranges: 5.9 gallon LP tank: U-188979 to U-189178; U-189179 to U-189378; U-189379 to U-189618, U-189923 to U-190231; U-190232 to
U-190331; U-190332 to U-190562; 10.3 gallon LP tank: U-199923 – U-200122
Note: The above is the relevant range of serial numbers, however, not all serial numbers contained with each range are affected. Production Dates : APR 01, 2023 – AUG 31, 2023
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : In certain remote fill Liquid Propane (LP) tanks, if the tank is filled while the valve is in the open position, LP vapor can escape from the liquid level gauge.
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : If LP vapor escapes while in the presence of an open flame, there is an
increased the risk of a thermal event or fire.
Description of the Cause : NR Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur : The user may observe a reduced LP level on the tank gauge or notice the smell of propane if a leak is present. Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-007 Page 2 Involved Components : Component Name : Remote Fill Liquid Level Gauge
Component Description : Bleeder valve with circle shape in hand-wheel Component Part Number : 11045B Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Grand Hall Enterprise Co., Ltd Address : 9th Floor, No. 298, Rueiguang Road
Neihu Taipei Foreign States 114
Country : Taiwan, Province of China Chronology :
The chronology will be uploaded separately as an attachment Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : The valve will be inspected to determine whether it falls within the
affected range and if so, the gauge will be replaced with a different part. The repair will be provided to vehicle owners free of charge. To seek reimbursement for costs to obtain a remedy for this issue prior to receiving notice, owners and purchasers should contact Worldwide Distribution LLLP or its authorized distributors directly. Vehicle manufacturers will conduct the remedy program and will conduct all recall completion rate reporting. Worldwide is not conducting the remedy program and will not be submitting completion rate reports. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component : Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : The remedy component will not allow LP vapor to escape when tested with the gauge in the open position. The’re will be no circle shape in the hand-wheel
A new valve design was introduced in July 2023 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 24E-007
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The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : NR
Planned Dealer Notification Date : FEB 15, 2024 – FEB 28, 2024
Planned Owner Notification Date : FEB 15, 2024 – FEB 28, 2024
Purchaser Information :
The following manufacturers purchased this defective/noncompliant equipment for possible use or installation in new motor vehicles or new items of motor vehicle equipment:
Name : Forest River, Inc. Address : NR
NR Country : US Company Phone : NR
Name : Jayco, Inc Address : NR
00 Country : NR Company Phone : NR
Name : Thor Motorcoach Address : NR
NR Country : US Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported
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