2006 INTERNATIONAL 5500I 6X4 Recall

Campaign:
14V037000 on 02/04/2014
Component:
Electrical system
Manufactured:
12/31/2005 - 09/29/2013
Affected:
133
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:
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.

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