Vehicle recall 23V450000 · June 28, 2023
2011-2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies
The centrifugal clutch may overheat under certain conditions, which can cause it to break apart.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- ST Engineering Hackney, Inc. (STE Hackney) is recalling certain 2011-2021 Kidron refrigerated truck bodies equipped with certain Carrier Transicold refrigeration units, including Supra models 950, 950MT, and 960. The centrifugal clutch may overheat under certain conditions, which can cause it to break apart.
- Consequence
- Hot components from the clutch assembly may fall onto nearby flammable materials, such as leaves or other debris, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the panels around the clutch as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed 21, 2023. Owners may contact STE Hackney customer service at 1-252-946-6521.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 23V450000
- Reported to NHTSA
- June 28, 2023
- Filed by
- ST Engineering Hackney, Inc
- Owner notification
- September 21, 2023
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 243
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Equipment
Vehicles covered
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