NHTSA Recall 14V028000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
Cottrell, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 779 vehicles. It affects 19 models including the Cottrell 3.5-CAR CS.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V028000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | January 30, 2014 |
| Owner notification | February 27, 2014 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Cottrell, Inc. (Cottrell) is recalling certain model year 2005-2011 auto transporter vehicles equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Safety risk
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Cottrell, Inc., will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2014. Owners may contact Cottrell toll-free at 1-866-299-2690 ext. 313.
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 14V028000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Cottrell 3.5-CAR CS | 2011 |
| Cottrell 4-CAR CS | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Cottrell C-11LT | 2005, 2007, 2008, 2012 |
| Cottrell C-11LT Screw | 2005 |
| Cottrell C-7510ST | 2007 |
| Cottrell C-7512 | 2007 |
| Cottrell C-7512MST | 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| Cottrell CS-6SD | 2006 |
| Cottrell CX-09HCS | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Cottrell CX-09LS | 2007, 2008 |
| Cottrell CX-09LS2 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012 |
| Cottrell CX-09LS3 | 2008, 2010 |
| Cottrell CX-09LS3-CAN | 2010 |
| Cottrell CX-09LST | 2007 |
| Cottrell CX-11HCS | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Cottrell CX-11HCS-SUV | 2011, 2012 |
| Cottrell CX-6MST | 2008, 2009, 2012 |
| Cottrell CX-7 | 2009 |
| Cottrell CX-7MST | 2008, 2009 |
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.