Not all racing series require FIA certification, so it all depends on which class you are racing in. To find out if FIA cells are required check the rules associated with your racing class, or contact the head of the series for details.

To determine if your fuel cell is certified you will need to view the fuel cell bladder (this may require you to remove the can lid, or pull the bladder for the cavity the fuel cell resides in). On your fuel cell bladder, if certified, you will find a hologram sticker with:

• not valid after date of five years from the original manufacture date,
• or seven years total if the fuel cell has previously been re-certified for an additional two years.

For example: if a cell was purchased June 2018, it would have: Not Valid After Date; of June 2023.

If the fuel cell has been re-certified previously the Not Valid After Date would be extended out two years to 2025. At that seven year mark the fuel cell is no longer certified or re-certifiable.

Re-certification on universal fuel cells is $300.00.

All specialty applications and custom-built cells vary in price depending on the level of complexity.

• Fuel cells must be returned to Fuel Safe for evaluation and recertification. If damaged, repair costs may apply. If the bladder is beyond repair, a replacement must be purchased and will include a new 5-year certification, renewable for 2 additional years. 
• Recertification is only available within 60 days of the expiration date and extends exactly 2 years from that date (e.g., a cell expiring January 2025 can be recertified through January 2027).
• Foam is not included in recertification. If replacement foam is needed, there will be additional costs.
• An RMA (Return Material Authorization) number is required before sending any fuel cell back. Please contact a Fuel Safe sales representative to obtain one.

Complete the form below:
To initiate the process, please fill out the Contact Form below and select 'Re-Certify your Fuel Cell'