Thermo King Corp. | NHTSA Recall #14E020000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14E020000 by Thermo King Corp.. Affecting precedent c-600, s-600, s-600m, and s-700 refrigeration units manufactured december 2012 through april 30, 2014, used to provide temperature control for cargo inside truck semi-trailers Includes 9,513 affected units, Side Panels may Disengage From Latch Pins, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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precedent c-600, s-600, s-600m, and s-700 refrigeration units manufactured december 2012 through april 30, 2014, used to provide temperature control for cargo inside truck semi-trailers

Defect Summary

Thermo king corporation (thermo king) is recalling certain precedent c-600, s-600, s-600m, and s-700 refrigeration units manufactured december 2012 through april 30, 2014, used to provide temperature control for cargo inside truck semi-trailers. the affected refrigeration units have plastic side panels used to access the unit for servicing. due to wind or air turbulence, these panels may open and and break or detach from the refrigeration unit.

Corrective Action

Thermo king will notify owners, and dealers will install redesigned attachment hardware and locking mechanisms for the panels, free of charge. the recall began on june 9, 2014. owners may contact thermo king customer service at 1-952-887-2200.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14E020000
Manufacturer: Thermo King Corp.
Report Received Date: 2014-05-08T00:00:00
Subject: Side panels may disengage from latch pins
Component: Structure
Potentially Affected Units: 9,513

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Thermo king corporation (thermo king) is recalling certain precedent c-600, s-600, s-600m, and s-700 refrigeration units manufactured december 2012 through april 30, 2014, used to provide temperature control for cargo inside truck semi-trailers. the affected refrigeration units have plastic side panels used to access the unit for servicing. due to wind or air turbulence, these panels may open and and break or detach from the refrigeration unit.
Consequence Summary: If a panel, or pieces of it, detach from the unit, they may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Thermo king will notify owners, and dealers will install redesigned attachment hardware and locking mechanisms for the panels, free of charge. the recall began on june 9, 2014. owners may contact thermo king customer service at 1-952-887-2200.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.07

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NHTSA ID: 14E020000
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