Safety Recall NHTSA · 83E005000 Reported February 8, 1983

Fuel:fuel filter line

Purolator Products, Inc. · Fuel System, Gasoline · 4,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
83E005000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Fuel System, Gasoline
Vehicles Affected
4,000
Recall Type
Equipment
Report Received
February 8, 1983

Defect Summary

Labelling of the fuel filter is incorrect and results in misapplication of the aftermarket part. Purolator fcg-4 fuel filter is erroneously recommended for honda vehicles, model years 1979 and later on the package, master catalogue, and application chart. This filter does not properly fit the vehicle hoses.

Corrective Action

The manufacturer of the filters instructs distributors and retailers to return all filters in mislabelled packages.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Purolator Products, Inc. dealer and reference recall ID 83E005000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 83E005000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 83E005000?

NHTSA recall 83E005000 was issued by Purolator Products, Inc. on February 8, 1983. It addresses: Fuel:fuel filter line. The recall affects approximately 4,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Purolator Products, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 83E005000 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.