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Vehicle recall 14V014000 · January 24, 2014

Peterbilt 210, Kenworth K300 and 1 more model

The specific potting compound used in the subject products for electrical insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2012 through 2014 model year Kenworth K300 and Peterbilt 210 and 220 chassis equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for electrical insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequence
If the potting compound is exposed to heat and conducts electricity, there is an increased risk of a vehicle fire and personal injury.
Remedy
PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the defective component with a new battery equalizer or DC-DC converter, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact PACCAR at 1-425-468-7400. Kenworth's number for this recall is 14KWD. Peterbilt's number for this recall is 1213J.
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.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
14V014000
Reported to NHTSA
January 24, 2014
Filed by
PACCAR Incorporated
Manufacturer campaign
14KWD/1213J
Owner notification
March 31, 2014
Vehicles potentially affected
828
Initiated by
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components
Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
Recall 14V014000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

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