Safety Recall NHTSA · 24E042000 Reported May 31, 2024

Accessory power unit may detach from the vehicle

Q: What is recall 24E042000?

NHTSA recall 24E042000 was issued by Thermo King Corp. on May 31, 2024. It addresses: Accessory power unit may detach from the vehicle. The recall affects approximately 1,503 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.

Thermo King Corp. · N/A · 1,503 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

24E042000

Manufacturer Campaign

NR (Not Reported)

Manufacturer

Thermo King Corp.

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

1,503

Recall Type

Equipment

Report Received

May 31, 2024

Completion Rate

91.75

Defect Summary

Thermo king corp. (thermo king) is recalling certain tripac-3 auxiliary power units (apu) with part number 800908, manufactured between april 8, 2024, and may 15, 2024. the apu mounting kits contain mounting bolts that are too short and can loosen.

Safety Consequence

Loose bolts may result in the apu detaching from the vehicle and becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the apu mounting bolts, as necessary, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed july 26, 2024. owners may contact thermo king customer service at 1-952-887-2200.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Thermo King Corp. dealer and reference recall ID 24E042000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 24E042000

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

What is recall 24E042000?

NHTSA recall 24E042000 was issued by Thermo King Corp. on May 31, 2024. It addresses: Accessory power unit may detach from the vehicle. The recall affects approximately 1,503 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Thermo King Corp. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 24E042000 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.