Dodge Recall 12V-420: Equipment – electrical

Affected: 2010–2011 Dodge Dakota. Filed with NHTSA on August 28, 2012, covering about 32 vehicles.

The problem

NBC Truck Equipment, Inc. (NBC) is recalling certain model year 2007-2008 and model year 2010-2011 trucks equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.

The risk

Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.

The fix

NBC will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began November 26, 2012. Owners may contact NBC Truck Equipment, Inc. at 1-586-774-4900.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign12V-420 (12V420000)
ManufacturerChrysler (FCA US, LLC)
ComponentEquipment › Electrical
Report dateAugust 28, 2012
Owners notifiedNovember 26, 2012
Vehicles affected32
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Plus 1 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 12V-420 repair free?

Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: NBC will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began November 26, 2012. Owners may contact NBC Truck Equipment, Inc. at 1-586-774-4900.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 32 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.