Elkhart Coach is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ECII transit buses manufactured August
— Recall Campaign #14V048000
Elkhart Coach (Elkhart) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ECII transit buses manufactured August 1, 2009, through March 31, 2010, and equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits within the actuator, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.
The recall was influenced by the Office of Defects Investigation with about 400 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V048000
| Manufacturer: | Elkhart Coach |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | February 10, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V048000 |
| Units affected: | 400 |
- Description:
- Elkhart Coach (Elkhart) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 ECII transit buses manufactured August 1, 2009, through March 31, 2010, and equipped with A&M Systems-brand electric door actuators. Voltage spikes may damage electrical components and electrical circuits within the actuator, causing the circuit board to develop high resistance.
- Consequeces:
- High resistance may cause the circuit board to overheat, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Corrective action:
- Elkhart will notify owners, and dealers will replace any affected circuit board, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2014. Owners may contact Elkhart at 1-574-522-0246.
- 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.