2012 Schwing S58sx Recalls

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February 5th, 2014

NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V035000
Manufacturer: Schwing America, Inc.
Date of Owner Notification: March 20th, 2014

Defect Summary:
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.

Consequence Summary:
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

Corrective Summary:
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.

Recall 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.

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