Recall 12V-452: 2012 Fuso FE160, 2012 Hino 268 and 4 more
Geo. Heiser Body Co., Inc. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Sep 12, 2012, covering about 28 vehicles.
The problem
Geo. Heiser Body Company, Inc., (Geo. Heiser Body Company) is recalling certain model year 2006 International and 2010-2013 Fuso, Hino, International, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices. These devices may overheat.
The risk
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
The fix
Geo. Heiser Body Company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Geo. Heiser Body Company at 1-206-622-7985.
Notes
Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Geo. Heiser Body Co., Inc. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Electrical |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 12V452000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuso FE160 | 2012 | All years |
| Hino 268 | 2012 | All years |
| International 4300 | 2006, 2010, 2012 | All years |
| Kenworth T270 | 2013 | All years |
| Kenworth T271 | 2013 | All years |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2011, 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 12V-452?
Geo. Heiser Body Company, Inc., (Geo. Heiser Body Company) is recalling certain model year 2006 International and 2010-2013 Fuso, Hino, International, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices. These devices may overheat.
How is recall 12V-452 fixed?
Geo. Heiser Body Company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Geo. Heiser Body Company at 1-206-622-7985.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.