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Morbark M20 Recall 24V627: Loose Wiring Can Arc and Cause a Fire

NHTSA campaign 24V627, reported August 21, 2024, 128 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Morbark trailers may have electrical wires inside the Power Distribution Module (PDM) that are not secured. The loose wires can contact the PDM plate, which may cause electrical arcing between the wiring and the plate.

Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire. If you own an affected trailer, do not ignore this recall. Contact an authorized Morbark dealer to have the wires secured. The repair is free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024, and you can also call Morbark customer service at 1-800-255-8839 for help. Check your VIN for any open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V627Alamo Group Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Problem
Alamo Group Inc. (Morbark) is recalling certain Morbark 2018-2024 EB1821, EB2131, EB2230, and M20 trailers. The electrical wires in the Power Distribution Module (PDM) may be loose and contact the PDM plate, possibly resulting in electrical arcing between the wiring and plate.
Risk
Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will secure the electrical wires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 18, 2024. Owners may contact Morbark's customer service at 1-800-255-8839.
Notes
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.

Affected vehicles

Morbark Eeger Beever 18212018201920202021202220232024
Morbark Eeger Beever 21312018201920202021202220232024
Morbark Eeger Beever 22302018201920202021202220232024
Morbark M202018201920202021202220232024