NHTSA
FIRE RISK
18E093000
Ioxus Corporation Recall (Sep 2018)
Ioxus Corporation has issued a recall. Moisture may Enter Energy Storage Module
What you should do
- Read the official announcement before driving. Some fire-risk recalls advise parking outside and away from buildings, because the fire can start while the vehicle is parked and switched off. Contact a dealer to arrange the free repair.
- Ioxus will work with vehicle manufacturers and provide an improved uStart energy module storage units, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Ioxus customer service at 1-877-751-4222. This recall is superseded by 19E-078.
What happened
Moisture may Enter Energy Storage Module
If moisture enters the storage module, it can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall facts
- Recalling firm
- Ioxus Corporation
- Reason
- Fire risk
- Units affected
- 3,877
From the official announcement
NHTSA 573 report · September 24, 2018
OMB Control No.: 2127-0004
Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18E-093
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Manufacturer Name : Ioxus Corporation
Submission Date :JAN 07, 2020
NHTSA Recall No. :18E-093
Manufacturer Recall No. : NR
Manufacturer Information :
Manufacturer Name :Ioxus Corporation
Address :18 Stadium Circle
Oneonta NY 13820
Company phone : 441-3500
Population :
Number of potentially involved : 3,877
Estimated percentage with defect :100 %
Equipment Information :
Brand / Trade 1 :uSTART
Model :
UST12V1100G31-ISA
Part No. :UST12V1100G31-ISA
Size :NR
Function :Energy Storage
Descriptive Information :- Recall population was determined by invoiced shipment information combined
with return information for affected products.
- Products not included in the recall were manufactured after changes in the
product design and manufacturing processes that eliminate the potential failure
mode present in the products to be recalled.
Production Dates : APR 03, 2017 - NOV 17, 2017
Description of Defect :
Description of the Defect : The energy storage module's overlay seal can delaminate due to high physical
strain or high temperature and moisture combination over time, comprimising
the IP67 rating
FMVSS 1 :NR
FMVSS 2 :NR
Description of the Safety Risk :Comprimising the IP67 rating can allow rain water inside the module,
potentially shorting the electronics and depending upon where the short
occurrs a thermal event is possible
Description of the Cause : NR
Identification of Any Warning
that can Occur :
NR
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Part 573 Safety Recall Report 18E-093
The information contained in this report was submitted pursuant to 49 CFR §573
Supplier Identification :
Component Manufacturer
Name : Ioxus Corporation
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Common questions
What is the danger?
If moisture enters the storage module, it can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
What should I do if I have this product?
Ioxus will work with vehicle manufacturers and provide an improved uStart energy module storage units, free of charge. The recall began September 25, 2018. Owners may contact Ioxus customer service at 1-877-751-4222. This recall is superseded by 19E-078.
Where can I find more information?
Read the official NHTSA recall announcement, or browse all current food recalls.