Marathon Coach, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #14V041000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V041000 by Marathon Coach, Inc.. Affecting model year 2001-2013 marathon conversions prevost xl, and h3 motorcoaches equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers or dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound Includes 450 affected units, Battery Equalizers or DC-DC Converters:Fire Risk, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2001-2013 marathon conversions prevost xl, and h3 motorcoaches equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers or dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound

Defect Summary

Marathon coach, inc. (marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 marathon conversions prevost xl, and h3 motorcoaches equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers or dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. the specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Corrective Action

Marathon will notify owners, and marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in march 2014. owners may contact marathon at 1-352-588-4500.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V041000
Manufacturer: Marathon Coach, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2014-02-06T00:00:00
Subject: Battery equalizers or dc-dc converters:fire risk
Component: Electrical System
Potentially Affected Units: 450

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Marathon coach, inc. (marathon) is recalling certain model year 2001-2013 marathon conversions prevost xl, and h3 motorcoaches equipped with sure power-brand battery equalizers or dc-dc converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. the specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Consequence Summary: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Marathon will notify owners, and marathon service centers will replace the equalizers or converters, free of charge. the recall is expected to begin in march 2014. owners may contact marathon at 1-352-588-4500.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 89.11

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NHTSA ID: 14V041000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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