Elkhart Coach | NHTSA Recall #12V003000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 12V003000 by Elkhart Coach. Includes 125 affected units, EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLIES/POSSIBLE FIRE, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Elkhart is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 eci and ecii vehicles manufactured from january 1, 2006, through december 31, 2010, and equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units (em-1). due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.

Corrective Action

Elkhart will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on january 5, 2012. (see carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-348-7440.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 12V003000

Manufacturer: Elkhart Coach

Report Received Date: 2012-01-06T00:00:00

Subject: Evaporator assemblies/possible fire

Component: Equipment

Potentially Affected Units: 125

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Elkhart is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 eci and ecii vehicles manufactured from january 1, 2006, through december 31, 2010, and equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units (em-1). due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.

Consequence Summary: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and may be accompanied by flame, smoke and potential fire.

Corrective Action: Elkhart will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on january 5, 2012. (see carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-348-7440.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 12V003000

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