INTERNATIONAL 7300 SFA 4X4 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V037000

Make Model Year
INTERNATIONAL 7300 SFA 4X4 2013
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2014-02-13 2014-02-04 2014-02-05

Production Dates: 2006-01-01 - 2013-09-30

Manufacturers Involved: Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 133

Report Initiator: ODI ODI Report

Summary

Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company "Kaffenbarger" is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 International class 8 trucks equipped with Sure Power-brand 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

Kaffenbarger will notify owners and will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2014. Owners may contact Kaffenbarger at 1-937-845-3804.

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.