Overview
- Diesel was mistakenly mixed into regular and mid-grade fuel at the Meijer Express on South Groesbeck between March 17 at 6 a.m. and March 19 at 1 p.m.
- Meijer shut down the pumps at that site, emptied and refilled the tanks, and says no other Meijer Express locations were affected.
- The company is contacting customers from the affected window, will reimburse related costs, and directed drivers to call 616-791-5484.
- Local shops report a rush of calls and towed vehicles, with some cars hard to start or unable to stay running after refueling at the station.
- Mechanics urge drivers not to start contaminated vehicles, to tow them for a full fuel-system flush, and warn repairs can run from about $800 to more than $5,000 in severe cases.