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2012 PREVOST XL Recall - Campaign #14V041000

 
Auto Recalls For Consumers

2012 PREVOST XL RECALL - #14V041000

RECALL FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM : 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Marathon Coach, Inc. (Marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Marathon Conversions Prevost XL, and H3 motorcoaches equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

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Vehicle 2012 PREVOST XL
Manufacturer Marathon Coach, Inc.
Manufactured between 9/1/2001 - 4/30/2012
Recalled on 2/7/2014
Influenced by OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION
Owners Notified on 5/16/2014
# Affected 450
Recalled for ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
 
Description Marathon Coach, Inc. (Marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 Marathon Conversions Prevost XL, and H3 motorcoaches equipped with Sure Power-brand battery equalizers or DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequences Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective action Marathon will notify owners, and Marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in March 2014. Owners may contact Marathon at 1-352-588-4500.
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.
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