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NHTSA Recall 09V091000: Cables (electrical system)

LDV, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 81 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Chevrolet C5500.

81
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2009
owners notified (March 6)
NHTSA campaign09V091000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES
Report receivedMarch 19, 2009
Owner notificationMarch 6, 2009
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Ldv is recalling 81 trucks built on chevrolet and ford my 2007-2009 c5500, my 2008-2009 w5500, and my 2008 f-650 chassis specifically for snap-on tools for use as a mobile supply company. There may be a cable installed on the battery isolator with the body of the cable lug facing the isolator. With all cables tightened down on the stud, this cable lug may be pressed against the cooling fins of the isolator, where contact poses a risk of electrical short which could result in cables overheating.

Safety risk

This contact poses a risk of electrical short which could result in cables overheating and a fire could occur.

Remedy

Dealers will conduct a two-step remedy. The first step is to inspect the cable installation to ensure all cables are installed with the lug body facing away from the isolator with none in contact with the cooling fins. The second step is to add a grounding strap or able to he aluminum box to properly ground it and the components mounted within it. The recall began on march 6, 2009. Owners may contact ldv at 608-257-3911.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Vehicles covered by recall 09V091000

Make and modelModel years
Chevrolet C55002007, 2008, 2009
Chevrolet W55002008, 2009
Ford F-6502008

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.