General Parts, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10E036000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10E036000 by General Parts, Inc.. Includes 1,898 affected units, ALTERNATOR OVERHEATS/FIRE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

General parts, inc. Is recalling certain proven valu alternators sold as replacement equipment for various motor vehicles, part numbers 1386a, 8237a, 8237an, 8274a, 8290a, 8290an, 8292a, and 8292an. the internal voltage regulator can become damaged by transient voltage that may occur when the regulator and alternator are built, tested, and installed.

Corrective Action

Gpi will notify owners of record who purchased the alternators and replace the alternators free of charge. the safety recall began on may 5, 2010. owners may contact gpi at 1-919-573-3000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10E036000
Manufacturer: General Parts, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2010-08-09T00:00:00
Subject: Alternator overheats/fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 1,898

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: General parts, inc. Is recalling certain proven valu alternators sold as replacement equipment for various motor vehicles, part numbers 1386a, 8237a, 8237an, 8274a, 8290a, 8290an, 8292a, and 8292an. the internal voltage regulator can become damaged by transient voltage that may occur when the regulator and alternator are built, tested, and installed.
Consequence Summary: When the circuit is damaged, there is a potential to generate sufficient heat to result in an engine compartment fire or heat damage, even when the vehicle is off.
Corrective Action: Gpi will notify owners of record who purchased the alternators and replace the alternators free of charge. the safety recall began on may 5, 2010. owners may contact gpi at 1-919-573-3000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-wxv9-5b8r-9tdt
NHTSA ID: 10E036000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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