Aluma Tower Company, Inc | NHTSA Recall #09V469000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V469000 by Aluma Tower Company, Inc. Includes 42 affected units, AIRV CEILING ASSEMBLIES/HEATER ELEMENT, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Aluma is recalling certain model year 2007 through 2009 sheltered trailer tower vehicles manufactured between march 1 and october 31, 2009, equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. the heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Corrective Action
Aluma will notify owners and the vehicles will be repaired free of charge. the repairs will be performed by carrier. please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. the safety recall is expected to begin during january 2010. owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059.