NHTSARecalled Jan 30, 2014 · #14V028000
Battery Equalizers: Fire Risk
Hazard
Vehicle safety defect
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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. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Product details
- Product
- Battery Equalizers: Fire Risk
- 2005-2011 auto transporter
- Type
- Vehicle
- Manufacturer
- Cottrell, Inc.
- Model numbers
- —
- UPCs
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What you should 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.