The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·22E001000·Announced 2022-01-13

Volta Power Systems Recalls Adaptor Harnesses Due to Fire Risk

Volta Power Systems is recalling 646 adaptor harnesses because incorrect construction may cause overheating and 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 poses a risk of fire, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Volta Power Systems LLC is recalling certain adaptor harnesses, part number 100001146. The recall involves 646 units. The wire harnesses may have been built incorrectly, resulting in the loss of over-current protection.

The loss of over-current protection can cause the wires to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. No specific vehicle models or manufacturers are listed in the source text, but Volta has notified all affected vehicle manufacturers.

Dealers will replace the adaptor harness free of charge. Owners may contact Volta customer service at 616-226-4222 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING recall
Manufacturer
Volta Power Systems LLC
Category
Vehicle — Electrical System
Hazard
Affected units
646

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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