Dueco, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V186000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V186000 by Dueco, Inc.. Affecting dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 international 4300, 2010 international 4400, 2009 and 2011 international 7400, 2010 freightliner m2, 2008-2009 gmc c5500, and 2011 ford f-750 vehicles, equipped with sure power dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound Includes 34 affected units, Sure Power DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 international 4300, 2010 international 4400, 2009 and 2011 international 7400, 2010 freightliner m2, 2008-2009 gmc c5500, and 2011 ford f-750 vehicles, equipped with sure power dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound

Defect Summary

Dueco inc. (dueco), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 international 4300, 2010 international 4400, 2009 and 2011 international 7400, 2010 freightliner m2, 2008-2009 gmc c5500, and 2011 ford f-750 vehicles, 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

Dueco will notify owners, and sure power will replace the converters, free of charge. the recall began on may 29, 2014. owners may contact dueco at 1-800-558-4004.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V186000
Manufacturer: Dueco, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-04-08T00:00:00
Subject: Sure power dc-dc converters:fire risk
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 34

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Dueco inc. (dueco), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 international 4300, 2010 international 4400, 2009 and 2011 international 7400, 2010 freightliner m2, 2008-2009 gmc c5500, and 2011 ford f-750 vehicles, 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: Dueco will notify owners, and sure power will replace the converters, free of charge. the recall began on may 29, 2014. owners may contact dueco at 1-800-558-4004.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

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NHTSA ID: 14V186000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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