Startrans Bus Corporation | NHTSA Recall #10V561000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V561000 by Startrans Bus Corporation. Includes 53 affected units, EVAPORATOR SYSTEM/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Startrans is recalling certain model year 2003-2007 mfsab school activity buses equipped with trans/air ta73 evaporators. the evaporator utilizes a power resistor to regulate blower speed. Should a short occur in the "low or medium speed" circuit while the blower is in high speed, the short will cause the supply voltage to feedback through the resistor to ground, not drawing enough current to trip the fuse.

Corrective Action

Trans/air, in cooperation with startrans, will install a thermal shutdown device in series with the speed resistors. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on january 7, 2011. owners may contact trans/air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V561000

Manufacturer: Startrans Bus Corporation

Report Received Date: 2010-11-15T00:00:00

Subject: Evaporator system/possible fire

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 53

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Startrans is recalling certain model year 2003-2007 mfsab school activity buses equipped with trans/air ta73 evaporators. the evaporator utilizes a power resistor to regulate blower speed. Should a short occur in the "low or medium speed" circuit while the blower is in high speed, the short will cause the supply voltage to feedback through the resistor to ground, not drawing enough current to trip the fuse.

Consequence Summary: This would cause the resistor temperature to rise to a point where it will melt and possibly ignite the plastic blower housing to which it is mounted. the overheating can result in a fire.

Corrective Action: Trans/air, in cooperation with startrans, will install a thermal shutdown device in series with the speed resistors. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on january 7, 2011. owners may contact trans/air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-bhce-y86a-x5t9

NHTSA ID: 10V561000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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