NHTSA Recall 12V420000: Electrical (equipment)
NBC TRUCK EQUIPMENT, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 32 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Dodge Dakota.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V420000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | August 28, 2012 |
| Owner notification | November 26, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
NBC Truck Equipment, Inc. (NBC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 and model year 2010-2011 trucks equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.
Safety risk
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
Remedy
NBC will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began November 26, 2012. Owners may contact NBC Truck Equipment, Inc. at 1-586-774-4900.
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 www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V420000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Dodge Dakota | 2010, 2011 |
| Mitsubishi FE180 | 2008 |
| Nbc Truck Equipment Chevy C3500 | 2007 |
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.