Defect Description For Recall
Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) Is Recalling Certain 2012 Through 2014 Model Year Kenworth K300 And Peterbilt 210 And 220 Chassis Equipped With Sure Power-Brand Battery Equalizers Or Dc-Dc Converters Containing A Particular Epoxy Sealing, Aka ‘Potting’, Compound. The Specific Potting Compound Used In The Subject Products For Electrical Insulation Was Found To Be Capable Of ConduCTIng Electricity After Being Exposed To Heat.
Make Of Vehicle
PETERBILT
Model Of Vehicle
220
Year
2013
Recall Campaign Number
14V014000
Component Description
Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery
Effect Of Defect
If The Potting Compound Is Exposed To Heat And Conducts Electricity, There Is An Increased Risk Of A Vehicle Fire And Personal Injury.
Fix Defect
Paccar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The DefeCTIve Component With A New Battery Equalizer Or Dc-Dc Converter, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On March 31, 2014. Customers May Contact Paccar At 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth’S Number For This Recall Is 14Kwd. Peterbilt’S Number For This Recall Is 1213J.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Start Of Manufacture
20111214
End Of Manufacture
20140103
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
828
Date Owners Notified
20140331
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Paccar Incorporated
Date Report Received
20140124
Make Campaign Number
14KWD/1213J