Alpha Technology Corp | NHTSA Recall #18E095000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E095000 by Alpha Technology Corp. Affecting mechanical key ignition switch systems, part number foj57 00000 Includes 153,462 affected units, Ignition Switch may Turn Off, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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mechanical key ignition switch systems, part number foj57 00000

Defect Summary

Alpha technology corp (alpha) is recalling certain mechanical key ignition switch systems, part number foj57 00000. over time, weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position into the accessory position, turning off the engine.

Corrective Action

Alpha has notified the affected vehicle manufacturers. if those manufacturers determine that the switches create a safety risk in their vehicles, they will notify their owners and replace the switch, free of charge.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E095000
Manufacturer: Alpha Technology Corp
Report Received Date: 2018-10-10T00:00:00
Subject: Ignition switch may turn off
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 153,462

Details

MFR Campaign Number: N/A
Recall Type: Equipment
Defect Summary: Alpha technology corp (alpha) is recalling certain mechanical key ignition switch systems, part number foj57 00000. over time, weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position into the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Consequence Summary: The vehicle stall from the engine turning off could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Alpha has notified the affected vehicle manufacturers. if those manufacturers determine that the switches create a safety risk in their vehicles, they will notify their owners and replace the switch, free of charge.

Safety Information

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

Metadata

SID: row-ve3j-mjm7_fqfn
NHTSA ID: 18E095000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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