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CNG Car Safety Alert: Cylinder Blast Risk at Pumps, 3 Crucial Tips to Prevent Accidents
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News18•04-10-2026, 09:35
CNG Car Safety Alert: Cylinder Blast Risk at Pumps, 3 Crucial Tips to Prevent Accidents
- •A recent CNG cylinder blast at a pump in Vadodara severely damaged a car, highlighting critical safety concerns.
- •Explosions often result from using local cylinders, neglecting timely testing, or ignoring gas leaks.
- •Mandatory hydro-testing of CNG cylinders every 3 years is crucial to check for internal cracks and weaknesses.
- •Always use RTO-approved and company-fitted CNG kits; cheap, uncertified kits pose a significant explosion risk.
- •Exit the car during CNG refueling, turn off the engine, avoid smoking, and keep the trunk open for safety.
Key Questions Answered
According to government rules, it is mandatory to inspect and hydro-test a CNG cylinder once every 3 years from an approved testing center to check for internal cracks, rust, or weaknesses.
Gas is filled in CNG cylinders under very high pressure. Sitting inside can be risky if there is a defect or pipeline failure, and passengers should exit the vehicle before refueling begins to ensure safety in case of any emergency.
Uncertified and cheap local CNG kits use low-quality metal, valves, and pipes that cannot withstand high gas pressure, significantly increasing the danger of leaks or explosions during refilling.
