Recall 09V-230: 2008–2009 Trans Tech School Bus

The problem

Trans tech is recalling 10 my 2009 and 2008 trans tech school and activity buses manufactured between september and december 2008, equipped with k410 air conditioning condenser assemblies supplied by carrier. The k410 unit is installed on the top of a bus and its cover may not be properly fastened because of a mechanical interference.

The risk

If the cover fasteners fail to securely fasten the cover in place, it may become detached during bus operation, possibly causing a crash or cause injury to pedestrians.

The fix

Trans tech will notify owners and carrier will provide a free retrofit repair kit to remedy the issue. The safety recall began on june 25, 2009. Owners may contact carrier at 1-800-673-2431 or trans tech at 1-845-988-2333.

Notes

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 09V-230?

Trans tech is recalling 10 my 2009 and 2008 trans tech school and activity buses manufactured between september and december 2008, equipped with k410 air conditioning condenser assemblies supplied by carrier. The k410 unit is installed on the top of a bus and its cover may not be properly fastened because of a mechanical interference.

How is recall 09V-230 fixed?

Trans tech will notify owners and carrier will provide a free retrofit repair kit to remedy the issue. The safety recall began on june 25, 2009. Owners may contact carrier at 1-800-673-2431 or trans tech at 1-845-988-2333.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.