Cottrell, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V028000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V028000 by Cottrell, Inc.. Affecting model year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound Includes 779 affected units, Battery Equalizers: Fire Risk, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound
Defect Summary
Cottrell, inc. (cottrell) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers 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.
Corrective Action
Cottrell, inc., will notify owners, and sure power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. the recall began on february 27, 2014. owners may contact cottrell toll-free at 1-866-299-2690 ext. 313.