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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 14V070000

2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford F-350 | 2008 Chevrolet C7500na | 2009 Ford F-450 Sd | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Chevrolet C7500 | 2009 Chevrolet C7500 — Electrical system

Published February 26, 2014 · Recall initiated: February 11, 2014

Summary

NHTSA records recall 14V070000, published February 26, 2014 and initiated February 11, 2014. Recalling firm: General Motors, LLC; 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford F-350 | 2008 Chevrolet C7500na | 2009 Ford F-450 Sd | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Chevrolet C7500 | 2009 Chevrolet C7500 — Electrical system.

What's the hazard

Monroe Truck Equipment (Monroe) is recalling certain model year 2006, 2008 and 2009 Chevrolet C7500 vehicles, 2005-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles, and 2009 Ford F-350, and F-450 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

What to do

Monroe will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2014. Owners may contact Monroe at 1-608-328-8127.

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Recall details

Brand
CHEVROLET
Model
TAHOE
Manufacturer
General Motors, LLC
Lot
2006 CHEVROLET TAHOE | 2009 FORD F-350 | 2008 CHEVROLET C7500NA | 2009 FORD F-450 SD | 2005 CHEVROLET TAHOE | 2006 CHEVROLET C7500 | 2009 CHEVROLET C7500
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Ford F-350 | 2008 Chevrolet C7500na | 2009 Ford F-450 Sd | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Chevrolet C7500 | 2009 Chevrolet C7500 — Electrical system recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 14V070000 on February 26, 2014. Reported hazard: Monroe Truck Equipment (Monroe) is recalling certain model year 2006, 2008 and 2009 Chevrolet C7500 vehicles, 2005-2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vehicles, and 2009 Ford F-350, and F-450 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

What should I do if I have this product?

Monroe will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2014. Owners may contact Monroe at 1-608-328-8127.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: CHEVROLET. Model: TAHOE.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)