Report Receipt Date: APR 08, 2014
NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V186000
Component(s):
Potential Number of Units Affected: 34
Manufacturer: DUECO Inc.
SUMMARY:
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.
CONSEQUENCE:
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 is expected to begin in May 2014. Owners may contact Dueco at 1-800-558-4004.
NOTES:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.