FMCSA Issues Safety Advisory for Keith Huber Inc. Cargo Tanks

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration on Nov. 10 issued a safety advisory to provide notice to owners and operators of certain DOT407 and DOT412 cargo tanks manufactured by Keith Huber Inc. to immediately discontinue their use.

The advisory is for cargo tanks manufactured prior to May 1, 2013, according to FMCSA. Continued use of those cargo tanks in “specification hazardous materials service” is prohibited; owners and operators are subject to immediate enforcement and civil penalties, the agency said.

These cargo tanks are not in compliance with federal hazardous materials regulations and do not meet 49 CFR 178.347, according to FMCSA.

Keith Huber Inc. is no longer in business and ceased manufacturing cargo tanks about May 1, 2013.

Keith Huber Inc. is a distinct entity from the Keith Huber Corp., FMCSA said, and cargo tanks manufactured by Keith Huber Corp. are not subject to the advisory.