Corp. Micro Bird, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #10V645000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 10V645000 by Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.. Includes 26 affected units, TRANS/AIR TA-73 EVAPORATOR/OVERHEATS, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Corp. Micro bird is recalling certain model year 1999 through 2002 girardin mb iv transit buses built on ford and gm cutaway chassis from august 2, 1999, through may 8, 2002, and equipped with a trans/air ta73 evaporator. 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

Corp. Micro bird in cooperation with trans/air 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 11, 2011. owners may contact trans/air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 10V645000

Manufacturer: Corp. Micro Bird, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2010-12-27T00:00:00

Subject: Trans/air ta-73 evaporator/overheats

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 26

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 10-041-ACU

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Corp. Micro bird is recalling certain model year 1999 through 2002 girardin mb iv transit buses built on ford and gm cutaway chassis from august 2, 1999, through may 8, 2002, and equipped with a trans/air ta73 evaporator. 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: Corp. Micro bird in cooperation with trans/air 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 11, 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

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NHTSA ID: 10V645000

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