22E098 Propane Leak May Cause Fire – 2013 & 2019-2022 LDV Emergency Response Vehicles

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL
This notice applies to your vehicle, VIN: NHTSA Recall # 22E098 December 6, 2022 Possible Defective LP Service Valve Dear LDV Vehicle Owner,
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act.
LDV Inc. has decided that a defect, which relates to motor vehicle safety, potentially exists on vehicles that have Manchester LP tank model 6829 and 6830 installed. LDV Inc. has become aware of the possibility that on vehicles with these tanks, the LP gas tank may be equipped with a defective LP service valve. A leak in the connection of the LP tank installed on a vehicle could result in a fire or explosion and serious personal injury, property damage or both.
Please have a qualified individual check the valve dates on your propane tank. The affected valves have manufacturing date codes between 02X21 and 02X22. The ‘X’ represents any letter between A through E, which denotes the week of the month that the valve was assembled. The date code is marked on a wrench flat.
Date code and Model Number Location
If the date code does not fall within the specified range, contact LDV to confirm and no further action is needed. If your tank is within the specified date range, have a qualified individual perform paragraph 3A in the attached RegO Field Safety Advisory document. If no leak is found, contact LDV to confirm and no further action is needed.
If a leak is found, contact LDV for a replacement valve and one will be provided free of charge. You may be liable for any progressive damage that results from your failure to complete the recall within a reasonable time after receiving notification.
If owners have paid to have this repair completed, please send a copy of the invoice, that was paid by the owner, to LDV. Please make sure the invoice notes who paid for the repair, the VIN of the vehicle, and the date the repair was completed.
If you do not own the vehicle that corresponds to the vehicle identification number which appears on this Recall Notification, please return the notification to LDV with any information you can furnish that will assist us in locating the present owner. If you are unable to have the defect remedied without charge and within a reasonable time after you tender the vehicle for repair, please contact the LDV service department at 1-800-558-5986, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Central Time. You may also wish to notify the Administrator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington DC 20590, or phone 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153): or go to http://www.safercar.gov. Federal regulations require that any vehicle lessor receiving this recall notice must forward a copy of this notice to the lessee within ten days. We apologize for any inconvenience this action may cause but appreciate your understanding in our interest in motor vehicle safety. -LDV Service Department 06/27/2022
Field Safety Advisory
RegO Model 901C Service Valves RegO has become aware of a potential issue with the female POL threads on a limited number of RegO model 901C3 and model 901C5 service valves. In some instances, the thread depth of the POL outlet is less than specification, which could result in a leak of propane. Potentially affected valves would have been installed in a limited number of Manchester Tank branded RV tanks dated 2021 and 2022. THIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR BOTH. Which Valves May Be Affected? The affected valves have manufacturing date codes between 02X21 and 02X22. The ‘X’ represents any letter between A through E, which denotes the week of the month the valve was assembled. The date code is marked on a wrench flat. Below is a key to reading the date codes marked on the wrench flat of the valve and their locations. (See Figure 1.) Valve Outlet Connection (POL Threads) Date Code and Model Number Location (Flats)
Figure 1: Model Number and Date Code Examples What Should Be Done? Contact a professional to locate the service valve on the container to inspect the model number and date code to determine whether the valve is in scope. If the date code does not fall within the specified range, no further action is required. If the date code falls within the specified range, then follow the instructions below, depending on whether anything is installed in the outlet of the valve and whether there is container pressure. WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE STEPS AND REMOVE FROM SERVICE ANY CONTAINER THAT CONTAINS A LEAKING SERVICE VALVE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR BOTH. WARNING: IF YOU ARE NOT A PROPERLY TRAINED LP-GAS PROFESSIONAL, DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY OF THE STEPS OUTLINED BELOW, OR TO OTHERWISE INSPECT, TEST OR ALTER THE SERVICE VALVE ASSEMBLY. ATTEMPTING TO DO SO WITHOUT THE PROPER TRAINING COULD RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION, AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR BOTH. 1. If nothing is installed in the outlet of the valve:
a. Use the supplied go/no-go gauge POL nut to determine if the threads are the proper depth. (See Figure 2.) If the threads are not the proper depth, securely close the valve, remove the container from service, and replace the valve. Do not use the container without first replacing the valve. Go/No Go gauge Finger Tight No Visible Groove = Good Part Go/No Go gauge Finger Tight = Needs Replacement Figure 2: Go/No Go Gauge POL Nut – Groove Cut Through Roll Stamp Information b. Alternatively, close the service valve and attach a POL connector to the service valve outlet with an air fitting installed on the ¼” NPT threads. (See Figure 3.)
i. Apply 50-100 psi air pressure back towards the outlet of the valve;
ii. Use a leak detection solution to determine if this connection is leak tight;
iii. If the connection is not leak-tight, securely close the valve, remove the container from service, and contact your OEM, distributor, or dealer for further guidance. Do not use the container without first replacing the valve. POL connector POL threads
POL connector
¼” NPT threads Figure 3: POL Connector for Air Test 2. If a POL connector is installed in the outlet of the valve and there is no container pressure:
a. Remove the POL connector from the outlet of the service valve and use the supplied go/no-go gauge POL nut to determine if the service valve threads are the proper depth. (See Figure 2).
i. If the threads are the proper depth, no further action is required.
ii. If the threads are not the proper depth, securely close the valve, remove the container from service, and contact your OEM, distributor, or dealer for further guidance. b. Alternatively, close the service valve and attach a POL connector to the service valve outlet with an air fitting installed on the ¼” NPT threads. (See Figure 3)
i. Apply 50-100 psi air pressure back towards the outlet of the valve;
ii. Use a leak detection solution to determine if this connection is leak tight;
iii. If the connection is not leak-tight, securely close the valve, remove the container from service, and contact your OEM, distributor, or dealer for further guidance. 3. If a POL connector is installed in the outlet of the valve and there is propane pressure in the container:
a. If the service valve is open (and the entire propane system is pressurized), use a leak detection solution at the valve outlet connection.
i. If no leaks are observed, no further action required.
ii. If a leak is observed at this valve outlet connection and tightening the connection does not stop the leak, close the service valve and contact your OEM, distributor, or dealer for further guidance. b. If the service valve is closed:
i. Remove the POL connector from the outlet of the service valve and use the supplied go/no-go gauge POL nut to determine if the service valve threads are the proper depth. (See Figure 2 above.)
1. If the threads are the proper depth, no further action is required.
2. If the threads are not the proper depth, securely close the valve, remove the container from service, and contact your OEM, distributor, or dealer for further guidance. ii. Alternatively, close the service valve and attach a POL connector to the service valve outlet with an air fitting installed on the ¼” NPT threads. (See Figure 3 above.)
1. Apply 50-100 psi air pressure back towards the outlet of the valve;
2. Use a leak detection solution to determine if this connection is leak tight;
3. If the connection is not leak-tight, securely close the valve, remove the container from service, and contact your OEM, distributor, or dealer for further guidance. Should you have any questions, please contact your OEM supplier, distributor, dealer or RegO customer service at 336-449-7707 or [email protected].
Sincerely, Thom Hegman
Technical Advisor 100 RegO Drive, Elon, NC 27244 USA Put Manchester Tank and Equipment Quality Alert
Reason for Alert: Threads not machine deep enough
Provided by Manchester Tank 12/6/22

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-098
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
LDV, Inc. DEC 05, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-098 Manufacturer Recall No. : 22E-082 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : LDV, Inc.
Address : 180 Industrial Drive
Burlington WI 53105 Company phone : 800-558-5986
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 26 Estimated percentage with defect : 10 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : Manchester 6829 and 6830 Part No. : 901C3 and 901C5 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall is based off of Manchester Tank Recall 22E-082, concerning a manufacturing error in the service valves used in certain propane tanks.
Production Dates : FEB 01, 2021 – FEB 28, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : According to the defect information report filed by the supplier of the service valves, for certain service valves, the thread depth oft he POL outlet is less than specification, which could result in a leak of propane
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : A Leak in an enclosed area in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a fire, and in some circumstances, tank ruptures.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
NR
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-098 Page 2 Component Name : Propane Tank Component Description : NR
Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Engineered Controls International Address : 100 RegO Drive
Elon North Carolina 27244
Country : United States Chronology :
LDV acknowledged a recall was issued by Manchester tank on November 21st, 2022. Manchester issued a recall due to some tanks that could possibly contain defective service valves made by Reg0. Manchester Tank was notified by Reg0 that a small number of Reg0 Service valves that Manchester Tank installs on vehicle LP tanks have some short threads in the POL outlet. The short threads do not allow the POL connector to fully seat. This may result in a leak at that fitting. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : LDV will notify the affected owners to have the valves inspected to
determine if the defect exists. Any defective valves will be replaced at no charge to the owner. If the owner has paid for any repairs to replace a defective valve, they can submit their invoice to LDV for reimbursement. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Remedied valve will have a stamped date code on the valve later than 02/2022.
All tanks in inventory and installed on vehicles that were still on grounds were checked for the valves in question per the Reg0 field safety advisory. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : LDV does not have a dealer network to notify.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR
Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 12, 2022 – DEC 16, 2022 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-098
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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 : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-098
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Submission Date :
LDV, Inc. DEC 05, 2022 NHTSA Recall No. : 22E-098 Manufacturer Recall No. : 22E-082 Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name : LDV, Inc.
Address : 180 Industrial Drive
Burlington WI 53105 Company phone : 800-558-5986
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 26 Estimated percentage with defect : 10 %
Equipment Information : Brand / Trade 1 :
Model : Manchester 6829 and 6830 Part No. : 901C3 and 901C5 Size : NR Function : NR
Descriptive Information : The recall is based off of Manchester Tank Recall 22E-082, concerning a manufacturing error in the service valves used in certain propane tanks.
Production Dates : FEB 01, 2021 – FEB 28, 2022
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : According to the defect information report filed by the supplier of the service valves, for certain service valves, the thread depth oft he POL outlet is less than specification, which could result in a leak of propane
FMVSS 1 : NR FMVSS 2 : NR
Description of the Safety Risk : A Leak in an enclosed area in the presence of an ignition source could lead to a fire, and in some circumstances, tank ruptures.
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
NR
Involved Components : Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-098 Page 2 Component Name : Propane Tank Component Description : NR
Component Part Number : NR Supplier Identification : Component Manufacturer
Name : Engineered Controls International Address : 100 RegO Drive
Elon North Carolina 27244
Country : United States Chronology :
LDV acknowledged a recall was issued by Manchester tank on November 21st, 2022. Manchester issued a recall due to some tanks that could possibly contain defective service valves made by Reg0. Manchester Tank was notified by Reg0 that a small number of Reg0 Service valves that Manchester Tank installs on vehicle LP tanks have some short threads in the POL outlet. The short threads do not allow the POL connector to fully seat. This may result in a leak at that fitting. Description of Remedy :
Description of Remedy Program : LDV will notify the affected owners to have the valves inspected to
determine if the defect exists. Any defective valves will be replaced at no charge to the owner. If the owner has paid for any repairs to replace a defective valve, they can submit their invoice to LDV for reimbursement. How Remedy Component Differs from Recalled Component :
Identify How/When Recall Condition was Corrected in Production : Remedied valve will have a stamped date code on the valve later than 02/2022.
All tanks in inventory and installed on vehicles that were still on grounds were checked for the valves in question per the Reg0 field safety advisory. Recall Schedule :
Description of Recall Schedule : LDV does not have a dealer network to notify.
Planned Dealer Notification Date : NR – NR
Planned Owner Notification Date : DEC 12, 2022 – DEC 16, 2022 The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573 Part 573 Safety Recall Report 22E-098
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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 : NR Address : NR
NR Country : NR Company Phone : NR
* NR – Not Reported

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