NHTSA recall 16E069000 · Equipment
Electrical system › Wiring
Reported Aug 29, 2016507 vehicles affectedIdle Free Systems, Inc.Maker’s number RLKBuilt Jan 1, 2010 – May 31, 2016
The defect
Idle Free Systems, Inc. (IFS) is recalling certain IFS Auxiliary Power Units with the Reefer-type trailer Link Kit option manufactured January 1, 2010, to May 31, 2016. In the affected power units, the battery positive cable may short to ground.
The risk
If the positive battery cable short circuits, it can increase the risk of a fire.
The remedy
IFS has notified owners, and dealers will install a supplemental auxiliary battery bank positive terminal fuse, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact IFS customer service at 1-920-206-9333. IFS' number for this recall is RLK.