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Diesel-Contaminated Gas Reaches Multiple Denver-Area Stations as Retailers Shut Pumps

State investigators point to HF Sinclair’s Henderson terminal as the probable source.

Overview

  • Colorado’s Division of Oil and Public Safety says diesel mixed into unleaded was distributed between 2 p.m. Wednesday and 6 a.m. Thursday before customers began reporting problems.
  • Costco, Murphy Express and King Soopers locations were affected, with a state investigator confirming contamination at the Costco on River Point Parkway in Sheridan.
  • King Soopers says nearly 20 of its metro-area stations received the bad fuel, has shut impacted lines, and is working to remediate sites and restore service.
  • Drivers who believe they bought contaminated fuel should contact the station and may file a complaint with the Division of Oil and Public Safety at 303-866-4697 or cdle_oil_inspection@state.co.us.
  • Store officials say deliveries came from a third-party carrier, and local mechanics warn contaminated fuel can cause drivability issues that may require costly repairs if not addressed promptly.