Alternator overheats/fire
Defect Summary
Remy power products has notified nhtsa about a defect in certain alternators sold as both replacement equipment and as original equipment in various motor vehicles. the part numbers for the original equipment alternators are 8400076, 8400224, 8400088, 8400106, 8400187, 8400003, 8400114, 8400161, 8400020, 8400170, 8400157, 8400219, and 8400221. part numbers for the aftermarket alternators are 12359, 21749, 21816, 21845, 8400076, 91606, 91608, 91611, 21828, 91609, 22016, 91616, and 22022. the internal voltage regulator can become damaged by transient voltage that may occur when the regulator and alternator are built, tested, and installed.
Safety Consequence
When the circuit is damaged, there is a potential to generate sufficient heat to result in an engine compartment fire or heat damage, even when the vehicle is off.
Corrective Action
Remy will notify owners of record who purchased the alternators as aftermarket equipment and replace the alternators free of charge. Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these alternators as original equipment. the safety recall began on may 5, 2010. owners may contact remy toll-free at 1-800-854-0076 or their vehicle manufacturer.
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FAQ: Recall 10E010000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10E010000?
NHTSA recall 10E010000 was issued by Remy Power Products, Llp on April 7, 2010. It addresses: Alternator overheats/fire. The recall affects approximately 23,000 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Remy Power Products, Llp dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10E010000 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.