Fuel level sensor in a fixed fuel tank for recreational crafts
Nuova Rade / San Giorgio S.E.I.N.- Case number
- 0674/07
- Category
- Recreational crafts
- Type / Model
- "Sogliola" nr. 50218 (in 2006 catalogue) Volume 80 litres, net volume 72 litres fitted with a fuel level sensor and gasket provided by the manufacturer San Giorgio S.E.I.N. Fuel tanks in Buster X craft manufactured between November 2006 and June 2007. Possibly other craft using the same fuel tank and/or fuel level sensor and gasket.
- Audience
- Consumer
- Notifying country
- 🇫🇮 Finland
- Country of origin
- 🇮🇹 Italy
- Published
- 2007-07-13
⚠️ Risk
The product poses a serious risk of explosion, fire and skin irritation because the fuel level sensor’s gasket loses its properties and becomes fragile when in prolonged contact with petrol. This may lead to leakage of fuel from the tank with consequent leakage of petrol into the boat.The product does not comply with the Recreational Craft Directive.
Measures
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Press release has been issued.Date of entry into force: Unknown