Nitrous oxide bottle valve bursts
Defect Summary
Certain nitrous oxide systems (nos) kits sold for use as aftermarket equipment for use on automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, and watercraft. an incorrect busrt disc was installed in bottle valves commonly used on small nitrous bottles (10 oz to 2.5 lb sizes.) if the bottle is overfilled and overheated, it may burst suddenly without warning.
Safety Consequence
A person or persons could be injured should a bottle burst while in the vicinity.
Corrective Action
Nos will notify owners and replace the burst discs free of charge. the recall began on december 11, 2006. owners may contact nos customer service service department at 1-800-638-0032.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Nitrous Oxide Systems or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 06E097000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 06E097000?
NHTSA recall 06E097000 was issued by Nitrous Oxide Systems on November 21, 2006. It addresses: Nitrous oxide bottle valve bursts. The recall affects approximately 3,144 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Nitrous Oxide Systems dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06E097000 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.