Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose (Franklin) – Fire Hazard (2014)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose
Brand
Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wisc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wisc. is recalling Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose. The hazard is: The crimp on the fuel hose can loosen causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
The FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON hardwall curb hose is 1 inch in diameter ranging in lengths from 9 inches to 100 feet, including various made-to-order lengths, with fixed and swivel fittings. The product is used in conjunction with the gas station nozzle to dispense or transfer refined fuels such as gasoline, diesel, ethanol blends and biodiesel blends (up to E15). The recalled hoses come in black, green, blue, yellow or red. A date code of M1014 through M3014 in WWYY format, is on the fitting with model numbers starting with FLHFR3XX XXX or FLXHW3XX XXX. On the products with a fixed fitting, the model number is on a label on the crimp ferrule. On products with a swivel fitting, the model number can be found on the label of the box in which it was shipped. "FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON" or "FLEXSTEEL FUTURA" are printed on the hoses.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The crimp on the fuel hose can loosen causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hardwall curb hose and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026