2007–2012 Cottrell CX-09LS2 & 2005–2012 Cottrell C-11LT + 17 more recall: electrical system
⚠️ What's wrong
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.
💥 The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
🔧 The fix
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.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 14V028000
- Manufacturer
- Cottrell, Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 779
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
- Owner phone
- 1-866-299-2690
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Feb 27, 2014
- Recall started by
- ODI
- 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.