Thermo King Corp. | NHTSA Recall #12E023000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12E023000 by Thermo King Corp.. Includes 982 affected units, TRIPAC DC-DC CONVERTER, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Thermo king corporation (thermo king) is recalling certain aftermarket tripac electric auxiliary idle reduction and temperature management systems (tripac-e). the tripac-e unit attaches to the tractor frame-rail several feet below or behind the tractor cab and is operated by a driver-controlled module. these units can short-circuit.

Corrective Action

Thermo king will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the units with an updated version of the dc-dc converter and a water-resistant terminal box. thermo king has not determined a remedy plan. owners may contact thermo king at 1-952-887-2200.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12E023000
Manufacturer: Thermo King Corp.
Report Received Date: 2012-06-26T00:00:00
Subject: Tripac dc-dc converter
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 982

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Thermo king corporation (thermo king) is recalling certain aftermarket tripac electric auxiliary idle reduction and temperature management systems (tripac-e). the tripac-e unit attaches to the tractor frame-rail several feet below or behind the tractor cab and is operated by a driver-controlled module. these units can short-circuit.
Consequence Summary: A short circuit can result in overheating possibly resulting in a fire.
Corrective Action: Thermo king will notify owners, and dealers will retrofit the units with an updated version of the dc-dc converter and a water-resistant terminal box. thermo king has not determined a remedy plan. owners may contact thermo king at 1-952-887-2200.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-jidn-ycxd_xxed
NHTSA ID: 12E023000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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