The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·14V037000·Announced 2014-02-04

Kaffenbarger Recalls International Trucks with Fire-Prone DC-DC Converters

Kaffenbarger is recalling certain 2006-2013 International trucks because a specific DC-DC converter potting compound can conduct electricity and cause a fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (electrical component failure) that creates a risk of fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company is recalling certain model year 2006-2013 International class 8 trucks equipped with Sure Power-brand DC-DC converters. The recall involves converters containing a specific epoxy sealing, or 'potting', compound used for insulation.

The specific potting compound used in these products was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, which increases the risk of a fire.

Kaffenbarger will notify owners and replace the converters free of charge. The recall began on February 13, 2014. Owners may contact Kaffenbarger at 1-937-845-3804 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL 7600 SFA 6X4, 9900I SFA 6X4, 4300 SBA 4X2, 4300M7 SBA 4X2
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
Kaffenbarger Truck Equipment Company
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
133

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (11)

  • 7600 SFA 6X4
  • 9900I SFA 6X4
  • 4300 SBA 4X2
  • 4300M7 SBA 4X2
  • 5500I 6X4
  • 5900I SFA 6X4
  • 7300 SFA 4X4
  • 7600 SBA 6X4
  • TERRASTAR SFA 4X2
  • 4400 SBA 4X2
  • 7600 SFA 4X2

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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