Cottrell 2005–2012 Electrical System recall
Recalled January 30, 2014 · NHTSA recall 14V028000 · Cottrell
Hazard
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cottrell, Inc., will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2014. Owners may contact Cottrell toll-free at 1-866-299-2690 ext. 313.
Units
779 units
Description
Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers 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.
What to do
Cottrell, Inc., will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2014. Owners may contact Cottrell toll-free at 1-866-299-2690 ext. 313.
Product
Cottrell 3.5-CAR CS · Cottrell 4-CAR CS · Cottrell C-11LT · Cottrell C-11LT SCREW · Cottrell C-7510ST · Cottrell C-7512 · Cottrell C-7512MST · Cottrell CS-6SD · Cottrell CX-09HCS · Cottrell CX-09LS · Cottrell CX-09LS2 · Cottrell CX-09LS3 · Cottrell CX-09LS3-CAN · Cottrell CX-09LST · Cottrell CX-11HCS · Cottrell CX-11HCS-SUV · Cottrell CX-6MST · Cottrell CX-7 · Cottrell CX-7MST
Manufacturer(s)
Cottrell, Inc.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →