Defect Description For Recall
Idle Free Systems, Inc. (IFS) Is Recalling Certain Electric Auxiliary Power Units (Apu), Part Number Ba600, Manufactured October 1, 2009, To April 30, 2015. The Affected Apus Have Metal Housings Whose Mounting Points May Crack And Tear. Additionally, The Mounting Bolts Of The Power Units May Loosen Or Possibly Fail.
Make Of Vehicle
IFS
Model Of Vehicle
ELECTRIC APU
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
15E034000
Component Description
Equipment:Electrical
Effect Of Defect
If The Mounting Points Crack And Tear Or The Attaching Bolts Loosen Or Fail The Power Unit May Detach From The Truck, Becoming A Road Hazard And Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
IFS Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Apu For Damage And, Where Needed, Install A Welded Gusset Upgrade Kit To Strengthen The Apu C-Channels. All Units Will Receive Stronger ClaMPIng Brackets. All Repairs Will Be Performed Free Of Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Idle Free Systems, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20091001
End Of Manufacture
20150430
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
5069
Date Owners Notified
20150608
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Idle Free Systems, Inc.
Date Report Received
20150505
Make Campaign Number
N/A