Ifs Electric Apu recalled over injury risk

Recall date

May 5, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Idle Free Systems, Inc. recalls Ifs Electric Apu

Recall number

15E034000

Brand / firm

Ifs

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 5,069 units

Why it was recalled

If the mounting points crack and tear or the attaching bolts loosen or fail the power unit may detach from the truck, becoming a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Idle Free Systems, Inc. (IFS) is recalling certain Electric Auxiliary Power Units (APU), part number BA600, manufactured October 1, 2009, to April 30, 2015. The affected APUs have metal housings whose mounting points may crack and tear. Additionally, the mounting bolts of the power units may loosen or possibly fail.

What to do

IFS will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the APU for damage and, where needed, install a welded gusset upgrade kit to strengthen the APU C-channels. All units will receive stronger clamping brackets. All repairs will be performed free of charge.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.