Idle Free Systems, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #15E034000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15E034000 by Idle Free Systems, Inc.. Affecting electric auxiliary power units (apu), part number ba600, manufactured october 1, 2009, to april 30, 2015 Includes 5,069 affected units, Electric Aux Power Units may Fall from Truck, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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electric auxiliary power units (apu), part number ba600, manufactured october 1, 2009, to april 30, 2015

Defect Summary

Idle free systems, inc. (ifs) is recalling certain electric auxiliary power units (apu), part number ba600, manufactured october 1, 2009, to april 30, 2015. the affected apus have metal housings whose mounting points may crack and tear. additionally, the mounting bolts of the power units may loosen or possibly fail.

Corrective Action

Ifs will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the apu for damage and, where needed, install a welded gusset upgrade kit to strengthen the apu c-channels. all units will receive stronger clamping brackets. all repairs will be performed free of charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15E034000

Manufacturer: Idle Free Systems, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2015-05-05T00:00:00

Subject: Electric aux power units may fall from truck

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 5,069

Details

MFR Campaign Number: N/A

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Idle free systems, inc. (ifs) is recalling certain electric auxiliary power units (apu), part number ba600, manufactured october 1, 2009, to april 30, 2015. the affected apus have metal housings whose mounting points may crack and tear. additionally, the mounting bolts of the power units may loosen or possibly fail.

Consequence Summary: If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or fail the power unit may detach from the truck, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Ifs will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the apu for damage and, where needed, install a welded gusset upgrade kit to strengthen the apu c-channels. all units will receive stronger clamping brackets. all repairs will be performed free of charge.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 49.04

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NHTSA ID: 15E034000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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