Recall 23V450 covers 243 2011-2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies for an overheating Carrier Transicold clutch. Repair will be free at any franchised Kidron dealer once available.
Kidron is recalling 243 2011-2021 Refrigerated Bodies equipped with certain Carrier Transicold Supra 950, 950MT, and 960 refrigeration units because the centrifugal clutch can overheat and break apart. Hot clutch components can fall onto leaves or other flammable debris, which raises fire risk, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The clutch assembly on 2011-2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies is part of the Carrier Transicold refrigeration unit, including Supra 950, 950MT, and 960 units. This centrifugal clutch transfers power from the diesel engine into the drivetrain, so belts can turn the compressor, standby motor, and alternator that keep the refrigerated body operating.
In affected units, the clutch can overheat under certain conditions and break apart. Carrier was still investigating the exact cause, but the reported sequence involved clutch overheating and failure, with hot debris or nearby material able to ignite flammable leaves, debris, or plastic components inside the unit.
A proper pre-trip inspection can reveal powertrain, clutch, or belt wear before use. Regular maintenance and cleaning out leaves and debris also matter. If the alternator voltage drops as the clutch starts to fail, the unit is designed to trigger an audible and visual cab alarm and, when configured correctly, shut the unit down before overheating progresses.
Who's affected?
The scope runs across the 2011-2021 model years, with the same centrifugal clutch assembly listed for each included year.
| 2019 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2016 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2014 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2012 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2011 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2017 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2018 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2020 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2015 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2013 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| 2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies | Equipment |
| Units affected | 243 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 1 field incident to date. |
The model year narrows the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If hot clutch parts fall onto leaves or debris, the fire risk increases. Complete the required pre-trip inspection, follow the maintenance schedule, and respond to any cab alarm before using the unit again. Repair will be free at any franchised Kidron dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies is included in this recall.
- Wait for Kidron's remedy notice before scheduling the dealer repair.
- Call Kidron customer service at 1-252-946-6521 with questions and reference recall number 23V450.
- Ask the dealer about the panel inspection and replacement around the clutch, which helps contain hot clutch components from nearby flammable debris.
- Avoid parking over leaves or other flammable materials until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is still under development. Once available, a Kidron technician will inspect the panels around the clutch and replace the affected panels as necessary. The dealer repair will be free under the recall, with parts and labor covered. Kidron has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for the same repair before the recall notice. Keep your repair documentation and ask Kidron customer service how to submit it under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| June 28, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| July 7, 2023 | Dealer notification began |
| July 7, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 7, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| July 28, 2023 | Dealer notification ended |
| September 21, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V450?
Recall 23V450 covers 243 2011-2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies equipped with certain Carrier Transicold Supra 950, 950MT, or 960 refrigeration units. The centrifugal clutch can overheat and break apart. Kidron dealers will inspect and replace the panels around the clutch as necessary for free.
What should I do if my 2011-2021 Kidron Refrigerated Bodies is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific refrigerated body is included in recall 23V450. If it is, contact a franchised Kidron dealer or STE Hackney customer service at 1-252-946-6521 to arrange the clutch-area panel inspection and any required panel replacement.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to perform recall repairs at no cost, and Kidron says dealers will inspect and replace the panels around the clutch as necessary free of charge. Ask the dealer to reference recall 23V450 when scheduling the work.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. If the centrifugal clutch overheats and breaks apart, hot clutch components can fall onto nearby flammable material, including leaves or debris. The repair path is the dealer inspection and panel replacement around the clutch as necessary.
What if I bought the refrigerated body used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle or equipment, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Kidron Refrigerated Bodies unit is included, then contact a Kidron dealer or STE Hackney customer service with recall 23V450.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V450000 |
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| Kidron customer service | 1-252-946-6521 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V450 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V450000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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