Recall
Schwing S58sx — 14V035000
NHTSA ID
14V035000
Make
Schwing
Model
S58sx
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2014-02-04
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Units Affected
127
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
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
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.