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HighNHTSA·22E037000·Announced 2022-05-05

Weldon Division of Akron Brass Recalls V-mux Hercules HC Node 1.5 Modules

Weldon Division of Akron Brass is recalling 860 electrical multiplex modules due to an extra resistor that can cause vehicle lighting to fail.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a defect that can cause vehicle lighting to fail, increasing the risk of a crash. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High.

Plain-English summary

Weldon Division of Akron Brass is recalling certain V-mux Hercules HC Node 1.5 electrical multiplex modules, identified by part number 6060-1000-00. The recall affects 860 units. The defect involves an additional resistor that was inadvertently installed on the printed circuit board.

This error can disrupt CAN network communication, which may cause vehicle lighting to fail. Inoperable vehicle lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. The source text does not report any specific injuries or fatalities associated with this defect.

Weldon will work with vehicle manufacturers to provide replacement modules free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2022. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236. Akron Brass's internal number for this recall is TSB 22-001.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM recall
Manufacturer
Weldon Division of Akron Brass
Category
Vehicle — Electrical Component
Hazard
Affected units
860

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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