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Ustart Equipment recall

Recalled November 14, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19E078000 · Ustart

Hazard
A short circuit in the uStart module can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ioxus Corporation will notify owners advising them to remove the uSTART module from the vehicle and replace it with a conventional G31 lead acid battery. The recall began on January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Ioxus Corporation customer service at 1-877-751-4222. This recall supersedes NHTSA Recall 18E-093.
Units
7,892 units

Description

Ioxus Corporation is recalling certain 12V uSTART MD battery support modules, part number uST12D1100G31-ISA. The uSTART module electronics can short circuit internally, causing the vehicle's battery to fully discharge into the uSTART module, possibly resulting in a fire.

What to do

Ioxus Corporation will notify owners advising them to remove the uSTART module from the vehicle and replace it with a conventional G31 lead acid battery. The recall began on January 2, 2020. Owners may contact Ioxus Corporation customer service at 1-877-751-4222. This recall supersedes NHTSA Recall 18E-093.

Product
Ustart 12V USTART MD
Manufacturer(s)
Ioxus Corporation

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

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