POSITIVE JUMP START FEED STUD OR CABLE COULD MAKE ELECTRICAL CONTACT WITH MOUNTING BRACKET ON LEFT REAR
— Recall Campaign #90V187000
POSITIVE JUMP START FEED STUD OR CABLE COULD MAKE ELECTRICAL CONTACT WITH MOUNTING BRACKET ON LEFT REAR UNDERSIDE OF SLEEPER BOX, CAUSING THE GROUND PATH TO BE THROUGH A SMALLER GAUGE WIRE.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 2,399 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
90V187000
| Manufacturer: | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | November 01, 1990 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 90V187000 |
| Units affected: | 2,399 |
- Description:
- POSITIVE JUMP START FEED STUD OR CABLE COULD MAKE ELECTRICAL CONTACT WITH MOUNTING BRACKET ON LEFT REAR UNDERSIDE OF SLEEPER BOX, CAUSING THE GROUND PATH TO BE THROUGH A SMALLER GAUGE WIRE.
- Consequeces:
- HAVING THE GOUND PATH THROUGH A SMALLER GAUGE WIRE COULDCAUSE THE WIRE TO HEAT ENOUGH TO CAUSE AN IN CAB FIRE.
- Corrective action:
- REVISE JUMP START FEED STUD MOUNTING TO PREVENT CONTACT BETWEEN THE STUD OR CABLE WITH THE BRACKET.
- Notes:
- SYSTEM: JUMP START LEAD CABLES.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS WITH FACTORY INSTALLED SLEEPER BOX.