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NHTSA Recall 14V035000: Electrical system

Schwing America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 127 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Schwing S39SX.

127
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2014
owners notified (March 20)
NHTSA campaign14V035000
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report receivedFebruary 4, 2014
Owner notificationMarch 20, 2014
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Schwing America, Inc. (Schwing) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 S39SX, S43SX, S58SX and S61SX concrete pump trucks equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters 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

Schwing America, Inc. will notify owners, and will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2014. Owners may contact Schwing at 1-888-724-9464.

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 14V035000

Make and modelModel years
Schwing S39SX2012, 2013
Schwing S43SX2012, 2013
Schwing S58SX2012, 2013
Schwing S61SX2012, 2013

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.