Outerwears Inc. Recalls Filters Used in Fuel Funnels Due to Fire Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #09171
Recall Date
2009-03-26
Manufacturer
Outerwears Inc., of Schoolcraft, Mich.
Units Affected
About 500
Products Involved
Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters
Hazard
The Funnel Pre-Filters can create a flash when they are removed from the fuel tank posing a fire hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the funnel pre-filters and contact Outerwears, Inc. to arrange for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
Outerwears received three reports of flashing when the funnel is removed from the fuel tank following a fueling event. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Various off-road and racing retailers nationwide from June 2008 through February 2009 for about $25.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
These filters are used to fuel-up off-road and racing vehicles. The recall involves Outerwears Funnel Pre-Filters, or fuel funnel pre-filters, with the model numbers 20-2465-03, 20-2466-03, 20-2467-03, and 20-2474-03. The red fabric mesh filters were available in two sizes, small and large, and in two different shapes to accommodate various sizes of fueling funnels. The name of the manufacturer, Outerwears, is the only marking on the product.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28