Key Takeaway
ALTERNATOR OVERHEATS/FIRE by REMY POWER PRODUCTS, LLP was recalled on April 8, 2010. What to do: REMY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD WHO PURCHASED THE ALTERNATORS AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT AND REPLACE THE ALTERNATORS FREE OF CHARGE. EACH VEHICLE MANU...
ALTERNATOR OVERHEATS/FIRE
Description
REMY POWER PRODUCTS HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN ALTERNATORS SOLD AS BOTH REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT AND AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT IN VARIOUS MOTOR VEHICLES. THE PART NUMBERS FOR THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ALTERNATORS ARE 8400076, 8400224, 8400088, 8400106, 8400187, 8400003, 8400114, 8400161, 8400020, 8400170, 8400157, 8400219, AND 8400221. PART NUMBERS FOR THE AFTERMARKET ALTERNATORS ARE 12359, 21749, 21816, 21845, 8400076, 91606, 91608, 91611, 21828, 91609, 22016, 91616, AND 22022. THE INTERNAL VOLTAGE REGULATOR CAN BECOME DAMAGED BY TRANSIENT VOLTAGE THAT MAY OCCUR WHEN THE REGULATOR AND ALTERNATOR ARE BUILT, TESTED, AND INSTALLED.
Injuries / Consequence
WHEN THE CIRCUIT IS DAMAGED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL TO GENERATE SUFFICIENT HEAT TO RESULT IN AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE OR HEAT DAMAGE, EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OFF.
Remedy
REMY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD WHO PURCHASED THE ALTERNATORS AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT AND REPLACE THE ALTERNATORS FREE OF CHARGE. EACH VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WILL FILE A DEFECT REPORT AND REMEDY PLAN FOR THEIR VEHICLES WHICH INCLUDED THESE ALTERNATORS AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT REMY TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-854-0076 OR THEIR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER.
Products Affected
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: REMY WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD WHO PURCHASED THE ALTERNATORS AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT AND REPLACE THE ALTERNATORS FREE OF CHARGE. EACH VEHICLE MANUFACTURER WILL FILE A DEFECT REPORT AND REMEDY PLAN...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.