Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v batteryRecall 15V-481 · 2001–2006 Liftmoore 6036wx Truck Crane
Liftmoore, Inc. recall 15V-481 covers 13 2001–2006 Liftmoore 6036wx Truck Crane for a electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery problem, reported to NHTSA on July 30, 2015. The manufacturer's latest report (2017 Q1) shows 15% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 15V481000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Liftmoore, Inc. is recalling Sure Power Battery Equalizers, part number 12040E00, sold as replacement parts for installation and use on certain 2001 through 2006 6036WX crane trucks. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
The risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Liftmoore will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected battery equalizer, free of charge. Owners may contact Liftmoore customer service at 1-713-688-5533. Liftmoore's number for this recall is 13E-050.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
15%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 2 vehicles were listed as unreachable.
The investigation behind this recall
- Battery Equalizers/Converters May IgniteNHTSA