Defect summary
FiveCubits, Inc. (FiveCubits) is recalling certain TREQ-VMx mobile data tablets sold for use by commercial truck operators in the construction materials industry. The tablets contain lithium ion polymer batteries that may overheat.
Consequence
If the lithium ion polymer battery in the tablet overheats, there would be an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
FiveCubits will notify owners and will push an over-the-air (OTA) software update to keep the batteries at a low state of charge, free of charge. The recall began on June 12, 2017. Owners may contact FiveCubits customer service at 1-888-473-5832.
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.safercar.gov.
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file, campaign 17E020000. Text as published by NHTSA.