Thermo King Corp.: Safety Recalls in 2014

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Thermo King Corp. in 2014. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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August 20, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Inverter Failure may Result in Fire

Thermo King Corporation (Thermo King) is recalling certain 1100W, 1500W, and 2000W inverters sold May 15, 2014, to July 31, 2014, as a standalone option with both the Thermo King TriPac EVOLUTION and TriPac-e Auxiliary Power Units ("APU"). The Thermo King inverters provide 120V AC household power to a tractor cabin. The inverters may spark or overheat, resulting in a potential fire.

NHTSA ID: 14E055000

Component: EQUIPMENT

# of Units Affected: 1,621

Consequence Summary:

An inverter fire may result in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action:

Thermo King will notify owners, and dealers will either replace the inverter free of charge or offer a full refund. The recall began in October 2014. Owners may contact Thermo King customer service at 1-866-776-2708.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 20.67

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May 8, 2014

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Side Panels may Disengage From Latch Pins

Thermo King Corporation (Thermo King) is recalling certain Precedent C-600, S-600, S-600M, and S-700 refrigeration units manufactured December 2012 through April 30, 2014, used to provide temperature control for cargo inside truck semi-trailers. The affected refrigeration units have plastic side panels used to access the unit for servicing. Due to wind or air turbulence, these panels may open and and break or detach from the refrigeration unit.

NHTSA ID: 14E020000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 9,513

Consequence Summary:

If a panel, or pieces of it, detach from the unit, they may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action:

Thermo King will notify owners, and dealers will install redesigned attachment hardware and locking mechanisms for the panels, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2014. Owners may contact Thermo King customer service at 1-952-887-2200.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 89.07

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