Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company (Kaffenbarger) is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 International class 8 trucks equipped with Sure Power-brand 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.
Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company – Battery Equalizers/DC-DC Converters-Possible Fire
| Report Received Date | 02/04/2014 |
| NHTSA ID | 14V037000 |
| Consequence Summary | Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire. |
| Corrective Action | Kaffenbarger will notify owners and will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2014. Owners may contact Kaffenbarger at 1-937-845-3804. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 133 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V037000) |
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