Schwing America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V035000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V035000 by Schwing America, Inc.. Affecting model year 2012-2013 s39sx, s43sx, s58sx and s61sx concrete pump trucks equipped with sure power dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound Includes 127 affected units, DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2012-2013 s39sx, s43sx, s58sx and s61sx concrete pump trucks equipped with sure power dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound

Defect Summary

Schwing america, inc. (schwing) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 s39sx, s43sx, s58sx and s61sx concrete pump trucks 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.

Corrective Action

Schwing america, inc. Will notify owners, and will replace the converters, free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2014. owners may contact schwing at 1-888-724-9464.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V035000
Manufacturer: Schwing America, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-02-04T00:00:00
Subject: Dc-dc converters:fire risk
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 127

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Schwing america, inc. (schwing) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 s39sx, s43sx, s58sx and s61sx concrete pump trucks 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.
Consequence Summary: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Schwing america, inc. Will notify owners, and will replace the converters, free of charge. the recall began on march 20, 2014. owners may contact schwing at 1-888-724-9464.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 65.35

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 14V035000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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