Ioxus Corporation is recalling certain 12V uSTART MD battery support modules, part number uST12D1100G31-ISA. The uSTART module electronics can short circuit internally, causing the vehicle’s battery to fully discharge into the uSTART module, possibly resulting in a fire.
Ioxus Corporation – Internal Short Circuit Can Cause Fire
| Report Received Date | 11/14/2019 |
| NHTSA ID | 19E078000 |
| Consequence Summary | A short circuit in the uStart module can increase the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | Ioxus Corporation will notify owners advising them to remove the uSTART module from the vehicle and replace it with a conventional G31 lead acid battery. The recall began on January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Ioxus Corporation customer service at 1-877-751-4222. This recall supersedes NHTSA Recall 18E-093. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 7892 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19E078000) |
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