NHTSA Recall 14V186000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V186000; Date: Apr. 8, 2014
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Ford F-750; 2010 Freightliner M2; 2008 GMC C5500; 2009 GMC C5500; 2009 International 4300; 2010 International 4300; 2011 International 4300; 2010 International 4400; 2009 International 7400; 2011 International 7400
Component: Electrical System:battery
Manufactured by: Dueco Inc.
Affected Units:: 34
Recall Summary:
Dueco inc. (dueco), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 and 2011 International 7400, 2010 freightliner m2, 2008-2009 GMC c5500, and 2011 Ford f-750 vehicles, equipped with sure power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
How to Fix:
Dueco will notify owners, and sure power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on may 29, 2014. Owners may contact dueco at 1-800-558-4004.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 29, 2014
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