Carparts.com, Inc. (Carparts.com) is recalling certain Replacement, and Evan-Fischer Oil Filter Housings, part number RD31260001. The welded plugs inside the oil filter housing may not have a proper seal, which can result in an oil leak.
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine components, can increase the risk of a fire. Loss of oil can also result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash.
Carparts.com will replace the oil filter housing or provide a full refund, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2022. Owners may contact Carparts.com customer service at 1-866-529-0412.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.