Large Recall NHTSA · 08E051000 Reported August 13, 2008

12-volt dc vehicle charger adaptor

Q: What is recall 08E051000?

NHTSA recall 08E051000 was issued by International Merchandising Service, Inc on August 13, 2008. It addresses: 12-volt dc vehicle charger adaptor. The recall affects approximately 210,000 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls . NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

Q: How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

International Merchandising Service, Inc · N/A · 210,000 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

08E051000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

International Merchandising Service, Inc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

210,000

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

August 13, 2008

Defect Summary

International merchandising service, inc. (ims) is recalling 210,000 12-volt dc vehicle charger adaptors, power systems plus model hslr30s, sold as aftermarket equipment for use in motor vehicles. The car charger is incompatible with the spotlight's battery which can cause it to overcharge inside the vehicle.

Safety Consequence

Overcharging can result in a fire or cause burn hazard to consumers.

Corrective Action

Ims will notify owners and replace the defective charger with a new charger. the recall is expected to begin during august 2008. owners may contact ims at 1-866-797-2738.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized International Merchandising Service, Inc dealer and reference recall ID 08E051000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

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FAQ: Recall 08E051000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 08E051000?

NHTSA recall 08E051000 was issued by International Merchandising Service, Inc on August 13, 2008. It addresses: 12-volt dc vehicle charger adaptor. The recall affects approximately 210,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Merchandising Service, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 08E051000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.