Recall 09V-401: 2008–2009 Trans Tech School Bus

The problem

Trans tech is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 school and activity buses manufactured between september 2007 and december 2008, equipped with carrier k410 rooftop condensers. Inadequate overcurrent protection of one or more of the fans in the k410 condenser may cause overheating of the fan's wires.

The risk

Overheating of the condenser unit wires could result in a fire causing property damage, personal injury or death.

The fix

Trans tech will notify owners to contact an authorized carrier dealer to obtain the remedy. Please also see carrier's defect report 09e-055. The safety recall began on october 7, 2009. Owners may contact carrier at 1-800-673-2431 or trans tech bus customer service 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-401?

Trans tech is recalling certain model year 2008 and 2009 school and activity buses manufactured between september 2007 and december 2008, equipped with carrier k410 rooftop condensers. Inadequate overcurrent protection of one or more of the fans in the k410 condenser may cause overheating of the fan's wires.

How is recall 09V-401 fixed?

Trans tech will notify owners to contact an authorized carrier dealer to obtain the remedy. Please also see carrier's defect report 09e-055. The safety recall began on october 7, 2009. Owners may contact carrier at 1-800-673-2431 or trans tech bus customer service 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.