The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16E069000·Announced 2016-08-29

Idle Free Systems Recalls Auxiliary Power Units Due to Fire Risk

Idle Free Systems is recalling 507 Auxiliary Power Units with Reefer-type trailer Link Kits manufactured between 2010 and 2016. The battery positive cable may short to ground, increasing the risk of 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 wiring) that creates a risk of fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.

Plain-English summary

Idle Free Systems, Inc. (IFS) is recalling certain IFS Auxiliary Power Units equipped with the Reefer-type trailer Link Kit option. These units were manufactured between January 1, 2010, and May 31, 2016. A total of 507 units are affected by this recall.

In the affected power units, the battery positive cable may short to ground. If the positive battery cable short circuits, it can increase the risk of a fire.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING recall
Manufacturer
Idle Free Systems, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Trailer Accessories
Hazard
Affected units
507

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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