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NHTSA Campaign 16E069000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Issued by Idle Free Systems, Inc. · Reported Aug 29, 2016 · 507 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

If the positive battery cable short circuits, it can increase the risk of a fire.

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.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
IFS REEFER OPTION AUX POWER INTERFACE 507

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16E069000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.