Defect Description
Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers 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.
Safety Consequence
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cottrell, Inc., will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2014. Owners may contact Cottrell toll-free at 1-866-299-2690 ext. 313.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | COTTRELL | C-11LT |
| 2005 | COTTRELL | C-11LT SCREW |
| 2005 | COTTRELL | C-7512MST |
| 2006 | COTTRELL | C-7512MST |
| 2006 | COTTRELL | CS-6SD |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | C-11LT |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | C-7510ST |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | C-7512 |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | C-7512MST |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | CX-09HCS |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS2 |
| 2007 | COTTRELL | CX-09LST |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | 4-CAR CS |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | C-11LT |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-09HCS |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS2 |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS3 |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-11HCS |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-6MST |
| 2008 | COTTRELL | CX-7MST |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | 4-CAR CS |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | CX-09HCS |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS2 |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | CX-11HCS |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | CX-6MST |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | CX-7 |
| 2009 | COTTRELL | CX-7MST |
| 2010 | COTTRELL | 4-CAR CS |
| 2010 | COTTRELL | CX-09HCS |
| 2010 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS3 |
| 2010 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS3-CAN |
| 2010 | COTTRELL | CX-11HCS |
| 2011 | COTTRELL | 3.5-CAR CS |
| 2011 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS2 |
| 2011 | COTTRELL | CX-11HCS |
| 2011 | COTTRELL | CX-11HCS-SUV |
| 2012 | COTTRELL | C-11LT |
| 2012 | COTTRELL | CX-09LS2 |
| 2012 | COTTRELL | CX-11HCS-SUV |
| 2012 | COTTRELL | CX-6MST |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.