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2007-2009 Chevrolet C5500, Chevrolet W5500 and others recall: cables

Ldv, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 19, 2009. It covers about 81 vehicles.

vehicles affected
81
reported
Mar 19, 2009
owners notified
Mar 6, 2009

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong
Ldv is recalling 81 trucks built on chevrolet and ford my 2007-2009 c5500, my 2008-2009 w5500, and my 2008 f-650 chassis specifically for snap-on tools for use as a mobile supply company. There may be a cable installed on the battery isolator with the body of the cable lug facing the isolator. With all cables tightened down on the stud, this cable lug may be pressed against the cooling fins of the isolator, where contact poses a risk of electrical short which could result in cables overheating.
Risk
This contact poses a risk of electrical short which could result in cables overheating and a fire could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will conduct a two-step remedy. The first step is to inspect the cable installation to ensure all cables are installed with the lug body facing away from the isolator with none in contact with the cooling fins. The second step is to add a grounding strap or able to he aluminum box to properly ground it and the components mounted within it. The recall began on march 6, 2009. Owners may contact ldv at 608‑257‑3911.

Recall number 09V091000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 09V091000

Is there a recall on the 2007-2009 Chevrolet C5500, Chevrolet W5500 and others cables?

Yes. Recall 09V091000, reported on March 19, 2009, covers about 81 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V091000?

Dealers will conduct a two-step remedy. The first step is to inspect the cable installation to ensure all cables are installed with the lug body facing away from the isolator with none in contact with the cooling fins. The second step is to add a grounding strap or able to he aluminum box to properly ground it and the components mounted within it. The recall began on march 6, 2009. Owners may contact ldv at 608‑257‑3911.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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