Fairplay Electric Cars | NHTSA Recall #11V039000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V039000 by Fairplay Electric Cars. Includes 1,621 affected units, 12V ACCESSORY HARNESS/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Fairplay is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 eve lsv electric low speed vehicles manufactured from july 31, 2009, through december 27, 2010. a fuse specified to be in the 12v accessory circuit was not built into the wiring harness. the fuse value on the input to the voltage reducer was too large to prevent possible damage. there was no fuse inserted in the 12 volt circuit.

Corrective Action

Fairplay will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on february 22, 2011. owners may contact fairplay at 1-866-557-0342.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V039000
Manufacturer: Fairplay Electric Cars
Report Received Date: 2011-01-31T00:00:00
Subject: 12v accessory harness/possible fire
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 1,621

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Fairplay is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 eve lsv electric low speed vehicles manufactured from july 31, 2009, through december 27, 2010. a fuse specified to be in the 12v accessory circuit was not built into the wiring harness. the fuse value on the input to the voltage reducer was too large to prevent possible damage. there was no fuse inserted in the 12 volt circuit.
Consequence Summary: Without this fuse for protection, a short in any portion of the 12v wiring can melt wire insulation and pose the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Fairplay will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on february 22, 2011. owners may contact fairplay at 1-866-557-0342.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 11V039000
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Created At: 1742808662
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