Weldon V-mux Hercules HC Node: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22E037000 · 860 units potentially affected · filed May 5, 2022
What's wrong
Weldon Division of Akron Brass (Akron Brass) is recalling certain V-mux Hercules HC Node 1.5 electrical multiplex modules, with part number 6060-1000-00. An additional resistor was inadvertently installed on the printed circuit board, which can disrupt CAN network communication and cause vehicle lighting to fail.
Why it matters
Inoperable vehicle lighting can reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Weldon will work with vehicle manufacturers and provide replacement modules, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 6, 2022. Owners may contact Akron Brass customer service at 1-800-228-1161. Akron Brass number for this recall is TSB 22-001.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22E037000
- Manufacturer no.
- TSB 22-001
- Manufacturer
- Weldon Division OF Akron Brass
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Units affected
- 860
- Report received
- May 5, 2022
- Owner letters
- May 6, 2022
- Type
- Equipment
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.