Carrier Corporation – Starter Housing May Come Apart

Carrier Corporation (Carrier) is recalling certain starters used for starting Carrier Transicold trailer refrigeration units. The starters, Carrier Transicold or Performance Parts Group part number 25-39316-01, or Thermo Engine Supply part number R-25-39316-00, were manufactured April 1, 2009, to August 18, 2016. These starter assemblies may come apart during the start cycle, and the pieces may strike someone that is in close proximity to the starter.


Report Received Date 12/01/2016
NHTSA ID 16E087000
Consequence Summary Broken parts of the starter may strike someone in close proximity, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action Carrier will replace the alternate starter, free of charge. Carrier issued owners an interim notification on January 24, 2017. The recall began on May 19, 2017. Owners may contact Carrier customer service at 1-800-448-1661.
Recall Code NR (Not Reported)
Potentially Affected 29180
Fire Risk When Parked No
Do Not Drive No
Recall Link Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16E087000)

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