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2008-2011 Ford F-750, Freightliner M2 and others recall: 12v/24v/48v battery

Dueco Inc. reported this safety recall on April 8, 2014. It covers about 34 vehicles.

vehicles affected
34
reported
Apr 8, 2014
owners notified
May 29, 2014
related complaints
1

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

What is wrong
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.
Risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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.

Recall number 14V186000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.

2011 Ford F-7502010 Freightliner M22008 GMC C55002009 GMC C55002009 International 43002010 International 43002011 International 43002010 International 44002009 International 74002011 International 7400

Questions about recall 14V186000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2011 Ford F-750, Freightliner M2 and others 12v/24v/48v battery?

Yes. Recall 14V186000, reported on April 8, 2014, covers about 34 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V186000?

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.

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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