The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·23E084000·Announced 2023-10-26

Akron Brass Recalls Vehicle Multiplex Systems Due to Fire Risk

Weldon Division of Akron Brass is recalling 8x16 Input-Output Node Vehicle Multiplex Systems because a wiring failure could cause overloaded circuits 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 can lead to fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Weldon Division of Akron Brass is recalling certain 8x16 Input-Output Node Vehicle Multiplex Systems, part number 6030-2000-00. The recall involves 6,792 units.

In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware may fail to shut off the output pin. This can result in overloaded electrical circuits that overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Weldon will update the firmware free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 03, 2024. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING recall
Manufacturer
Weldon Division of Akron Brass
Category
Vehicle — Electrical Component
Hazard
Affected units
6,792

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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