Product description
2.8 L and 4.2 L diesel sterndrive marine engines
See a list of details to help identify the product
Reason the product is recalled
The flexible fuel return hose which runs from the fuel distribution block to the fuel injection pump may experience a crack at the end of the hose, which could allow a small leakage of diesel fuel.
The hazards to consumers
If left unattended, the fuel leak could potentially lead to a fire.
What consumers should do
Stop using the boat and return it to a Mercury dealer for rectification. The Mercury dealer will replace the fuel return hose with a hose that is not subject to the defect.
Details to help identify the product
Supplier running the recall
Who sold the product
Various boating retailers
Identifying product features
See attached Serial Number List.
Identifying numbers
Other identifying numbers
See attached Serial Number List.
Dates available for sale
-
Where the product was sold
Nationally
Responsible regulators
Regulators are established or appointed by government. They enforce regulations and rules.
Quote PRA number 2016/15429 when contacting a regulator about this recall.
Recall and remedy questions
Contact the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission if you have:
- a question about the remedy being offered to you by the business that is responsible for managing this recall, or
- concerns about the way the business is managing this recall.
