NHTSA Recall 12V562000: Electrical (equipment)
Phenix Enterprises, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 42 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford F-650.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V562000 |
|---|---|
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL |
| Report received | December 3, 2012 |
| Owner notification | February 27, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Phenix Enterprises, Inc. (Phenix) is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2011 trucks manufactured from July 22, 2008, through December 16, 2011, equipped with a Sure Power battery separator, part number 16511893 (model 1314). Suspect vehicles, in their as-built configuration, had a Sure Power battery separator installed on the inboard side of the curb side rail. These battery separators may overheat.
Safety risk
If the battery separator overheats it can result in smoke and possibly a fire.
Remedy
Phenix will notify owners and replace the battery separator free of charge. Owners may contact Phenix at 1-800-736-9790.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V562000
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.