Defect Description For Recall
Dueco Inc. (Dueco), A Manufacturer Of Utility Vehicles, Is Recalling Certain Dueco-Modified Model Year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 And 2011 International 7400, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2008-2009 GMC C5500, And 2011 Ford F-750 Vehicles, Equipped With Sure Power 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.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
4300
Year
2011
Recall Campaign Number
14V186000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery
Effect Of Defect
Once Electrically ConduCTIve, The Material Is Capable Of Melting And Burning, Increasing The Risk Of A Fire.
Fix Defect
Dueco Will Notify Owners, And Sure Power Will Replace The Converters, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On May 29, 2014. Owners May Contact Dueco At 1-800-558-4004.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Dueco Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
34
Date Owners Notified
20140529
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20140408