NHTSA Campaign 16E087000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

Issued by Carrier Corporation · Reported Dec 1, 2016 · 29,180 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Carrier Corporation (Carrier) is recalling certain starters used for starting Carrier Transicold trailer refrigeration units. The starters, Carrier Transicold or Performance Parts Group part number 25-39316-01, or Thermo Engine Supply part number R-25-39316-00, were manufactured April 1, 2009, to August 18, 2016. These starter assemblies may come apart during the start cycle, and the pieces may strike someone that is in close proximity to the starter.

Consequence

Broken parts of the starter may strike someone in close proximity, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy

Carrier will replace the alternate starter, free of charge. Carrier issued owners an interim notification on January 24, 2017. The recall began on May 19, 2017. Owners may contact Carrier customer service at 1-800-448-1661.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
CARRIER TRANSICOLD STARTER 25-39316-01 29,180
PERFORMANCE PARTS GROUP STARTER 25-39316-01 29,180
THERMO ENGINE SUPPLY STARTER R25-39316-00 29,180

Source: NHTSA Campaign 16E087000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.