20 and 30 pound lp gas cylinders
Defect Summary
20-pound and 30 pound liquid petroleum gas cylinders models 10487tc (20-pound horizontal) and 1175tc (30-pound horizontal manufactured between january and october 2002 for use on recreational vehicles. these tanks are equipped with an overfill protection device (opd) with a swing type float. the valve's float strikes the sidewall of the cylinder and prevents the proper operation of the opd. this will allow the cylinder to overfill.
Safety Consequence
In the presence of a ignition source, a possible vehicle fire can ocurr.
Corrective Action
Owner notification began january 3, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact manchester tank recall management inc at 800-420-7511.
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FAQ: Recall 02E061000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02E061000?
NHTSA recall 02E061000 was issued by Manchester Tank & Equipment on December 2, 2002. It addresses: 20 and 30 pound lp gas cylinders. The recall affects approximately 13,672 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Manchester Tank & Equipment dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02E061000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.