Thermo King Structure recall

Recalled May 8, 2014 · NHTSA recall 14E020000 · Thermo King

Hazard

If a panel, or pieces of it, detach from the unit, they may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Thermo King will notify owners, and dealers will install redesigned attachment hardware and locking mechanisms for the panels, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2014. Owners may contact Thermo King customer service at 1-952-887-2200.

Units

9,513 units

Description

Thermo King Corporation (Thermo King) is recalling certain Precedent C-600, S-600, S-600M, and S-700 refrigeration units manufactured December 2012 through April 30, 2014, used to provide temperature control for cargo inside truck semi-trailers. The affected refrigeration units have plastic side panels used to access the unit for servicing. Due to wind or air turbulence, these panels may open and and break or detach from the refrigeration unit.

What to do

Product

Thermo King PRECEDENT C-600 · Thermo King PRECEDENT S-600 · Thermo King PRECEDENT S-600M · Thermo King PRECEDENT S-700

Manufacturer(s)

Thermo King Corp.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →