NHTSA recall 14V037000
Electrical system
International 4300M7 Sba 4X2 and 10 more
Reported Feb 4, 2014133 vehicles affectedKaffenbarger Truck Equipment CompanyBuilt Jan 1, 2006 – Sep 30, 2013
The 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.
The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
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.