Recall 14V014 affects 828 2012-2014 Peterbilt 210, K300, and 220 chassis for battery equalizer fire risk. Repair is free at any franchised Peterbilt dealer.
Peterbilt is recalling 828 2012-2014 210, 220, and K300 chassis equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers or DC-DC converters because the epoxy potting compound used for insulation can conduct electricity after heat exposure. That electrical path raises the risk of vehicle fire and personal injury; the Peterbilt dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
A battery equalizer or DC-DC converter helps manage power between battery circuits on the 2012-2014 Peterbilt 210, K300, and 220 chassis. It keeps electrical voltage moving through the correct paths so the truck's battery system can support the equipment that depends on it. The unit also uses sealing material around internal electrical parts for insulation and protection.
The problem is inside Sure Power-brand units that contain a specific epoxy sealing material, also called potting compound. That material is supposed to insulate electrical parts, but after heat exposure it can start conducting electricity. When insulation starts carrying current, the converter or equalizer no longer keeps electricity contained where it belongs.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not told to watch for a specific light, sound, smell, or change in battery performance before the electrical fault occurs.
Who's affected?
Covers the 210, K300, and 220 across the 2012, 2013, and 2014 model years, all tied to the battery system.
| 2014 Peterbilt 210 | battery |
|---|---|
| 2012 Peterbilt 210 | battery |
| 2013 Kenworth K300 | battery |
| 2014 Peterbilt 220 | battery |
| 2013 Peterbilt 210 | battery |
| 2014 Kenworth K300 | battery |
| 2013 Peterbilt 220 | battery |
| 2012 Peterbilt 220 | battery |
| 2012 Kenworth K300 | battery |
| Units affected | 828 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
The risk is vehicle fire and personal injury if heat lets the potting compound conduct electricity. Schedule the recall repair and ask the dealer whether the truck needs special handling before service. Repair will be free at any franchised Peterbilt dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Peterbilt 210, K300, or 220 chassis is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer and ask whether the free battery equalizer or DC-DC converter replacement is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 14V014 when you call so the dealer can find the correct campaign.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, or tell the dealer the recall covers Sure Power battery equalizers or DC-DC converters with heat-sensitive potting compound.
- Park away from structures and avoid unnecessary driving until the dealer confirms the electrical fire-risk repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The recall record says owner notifications began on March 31, 2014. At the dealer, a Peterbilt technician replaces the defective Sure Power battery equalizer or DC to DC converter with a new component. The issue is tied to potting compound inside the part that can conduct electricity after heat exposure, so the repair focuses on replacing the affected electrical component rather than adjusting it. Confirm parts and scheduling with the dealer before you bring in the chassis. The final dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| January 24, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 31, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V014?
Recall 14V014 covers 828 2012-2014 Peterbilt 210, K300, and 220 chassis with Sure Power battery equalizers or DC-DC converters. Heat can make the epoxy sealing compound conduct electricity, increasing fire and injury risk. Dealers replace the defective component for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Peterbilt 210, K300, or 220 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific chassis is included in recall 14V014. If it is, contact a franchised Peterbilt dealer and ask for the free replacement of the battery equalizer or DC-DC converter. Reference recall number 14V014 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V014, dealers replace the defective Sure Power battery equalizer or DC-DC converter with a new component free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If heat causes the epoxy sealing compound inside the battery equalizer or DC-DC converter to conduct electricity, the vehicle has an increased risk of fire and personal injury. The free dealer repair replaces that defective component.
When did the recall repair start?
The recall repair began on March 31, 2014. Owners with an included VIN can ask a franchised Peterbilt dealer about the replacement campaign and reference recall 14V014, Kenworth number 14KWD, or Peterbilt number 1213J when scheduling service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V014000 |
|---|---|
| Peterbilt customer service | 1-425-468-7400 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V014 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V014000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →