Thermo King is recalling certain T-Series (Model T570R, T600, T600R, T800, T800R, T1000, T1000R, T1000 Spectrum) and V-Series (Model 200, 300, 520) temperature control units, manufactured from January 2009 through February 2013 and equipped with the electric standby option. Water may intrude into the unit through an improperly sized connector/seal. This may cause corrosion near the electrical terminals, resulting in an electrical short circuit.
Thermo King Corp. – Temperature Control Electrical Short
| Report Received Date | 03/28/2013 |
| NHTSA ID | 13E015000 |
| Consequence Summary | An electrical short circuit may result in a vehicle fire. |
| Corrective Action | Thermo King will notify owners, and dealers will replace the existing connector and O-ring with a properly sized connector, new sealing washer and gasket, free of charge. The recall began on April 25, 2013. Owners may contact Thermo King at 1-952-887-2200. |
| Recall Code | NR (Not Reported) |
| Potentially Affected | 8330 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=13E015000) |
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