Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 International

— Recall Campaign #14V037000

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.

The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 133 units affected.

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NHTSA Safety Recall Notice

14V037000
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Manufacturer: Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company
Recall date: February 04, 2014
NHTSA Campaign #: 14V037000
Units affected: 133
Description:
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.
Consequeces:
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective action:
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.

Affects the following: