ProPlus Brass Flare Swivel Fittings
CPSC Recall #19-094 — March 28, 2019
Product
ProPlus Brass Flare Swivel Fittings
Description
This recall involves multiple sizes of ProPlus Brass Flare Swivel fittings used as connectors for copper tubing. The brass, gold-colored fittings connect two male flare nuts opposite to each other. The Swivels were used primarily for LP gas (propane) applications by professional installers. Model NumberDescription39-41/4” x 1/4"39-63/8” x 3/8”39-81/2" x 1/2"39-8-61/2" x 3/8"39-105/8” x 5/8”39-10-85/8” x 1/2”
Hazard
The fittings can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Incidents / Injuries
Interline has received two reports of the swivels leaking at installation.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately contact Interline for a full refund or a replacement fitting. Consumers with recalled fittings that have already been installed should contact Interline to arrange for a professional installation of a free replacement fitting.
Units Affected
About 140,000
Sold At
Hardware retailers from August 2017 through November 2018 and sold to professional installers by Leran, Barnett, Hardware Express, SupplyWorks, Wilmar and Maintenance USA stores from August 2017 through July 2018 for between $1 and $8.
Manufacturer
Zhejiang ACME Pipe Fitting Co., LTD, of China
Importer
Interline Brands, Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla
Manufactured In
China