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LUXFER GAS CYLINDERS — recall

Automotive · United States · 2026-03-27

Luxfer Gas Cylinders thread adapters: O-ring issue

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-03-27
Manufacturer	Luxfer Canada Ltd.
Models affected	THREAD ADAPTER K0079
Units affected	83
Defect	Luxfer Canada Ltd. (Luxfer) is recalling certain Unified Fine Pitch thread adapters, model EP-O-350-8-U5 with part number K0079. The O-ring recess in the gas cylinder adapter may be incompatible with certain valve types._x000D_ Using an incompatible valve may reduce the O-ring compression, increasing the risk of a hydrogen leak and fire.
Remedy	Luxfer will provide the customer with a replacement UFP adaptor, free of charge. Owner Notification letters were mailed April 1, 2026. Owners may contact Luxfer customer service at 1-403-720-0262.
Recall number	26E015000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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