Tiffany Coachworks | NHTSA Recall #09V278000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V278000 by Tiffany Coachworks. Includes 26 affected units, ROOFTOP CONDENSER ASSEMBLIES/COVER DETACHMENT, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Tiffany coachworks is recalling 26 my 2008 e-450 limo bus and shuttle bus vehicles manufactured between march and november 2008, equipped with k410 air conditioning condenser assemblies supplied by carrier. the k410 unit is installed on the top of the vehicle and its cover may not be properly fastened because of a mechanical interference.

Corrective Action

Tiffany coachworks will notify owners and carrier will provide a free retrofit repair kit to remedy the issue. the safety recall began on july 29, 2009. owners may contact carrier at 1-800-673-2431 or tiffany coachworks at 1-800-338-5872.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V278000

Manufacturer: Tiffany Coachworks

Report Received Date: 2009-07-15T00:00:00

Subject: Rooftop condenser assemblies/cover detachment

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 26

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Tiffany coachworks is recalling 26 my 2008 e-450 limo bus and shuttle bus vehicles manufactured between march and november 2008, equipped with k410 air conditioning condenser assemblies supplied by carrier. the k410 unit is installed on the top of the vehicle and its cover may not be properly fastened because of a mechanical interference.

Consequence Summary: If the cover fasteners fail to securely fasten the cover in place, it may become detached during bus operation, possibly causing a crash or cause injury to pedestrians.

Corrective Action: Tiffany coachworks will notify owners and carrier will provide a free retrofit repair kit to remedy the issue. the safety recall began on july 29, 2009. owners may contact carrier at 1-800-673-2431 or tiffany coachworks at 1-800-338-5872.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-3d89.w25h-a77p

NHTSA ID: 09V278000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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