NHTSA Recall 12V452000: Electrical (equipment)
Geo. Heiser Body Co., Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 28 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the Fuso FE160.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V452000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | September 12, 2012 |
| Owner notification | October 25, 2012 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety risk
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V452000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Fuso FE160 | 2012 |
| Hino 268 | 2012 |
| International 4300 | 2006, 2010, 2012 |
| Kenworth T270 | 2013 |
| Kenworth T271 | 2013 |
| Peterbilt 337 | 2011, 2012 |
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.