Recall 09V-405: 2008–2009 Coachmen Spirit of Mobility

COACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 12, 2009, covering about 82 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-405
Report date
Oct 12, 2009
Vehicles affected
82
Owners notified
Nov 5, 2009

The problem

Coachmen industries is recalling model year 2008-2009 transit buses equipped with trans/air air conditioning systems. Each trans/air system comes with an electrical kit and ec pc board which if improperly installed could overheat.

The risk

An electrical failure in the air conditioners relay board, can cause overheating and pose a serious fire hazard.

The fix

Coachmen industries will notify the owner and the bus will be repaired free of charge. The repair will be performed by trans/air. Please also see trans/air defect report 09e-042. The safety recall began on november 5, 2009. Owners may contact trans/air warrant and service department at 1-800-673-2448.

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

ManufacturerCOACHMEN INDUSTRIES, INC.
ComponentEquipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V405000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Coachmen Spirit of Mobility2008, 2009All years

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-405?

Coachmen industries is recalling model year 2008-2009 transit buses equipped with trans/air air conditioning systems. Each trans/air system comes with an electrical kit and ec pc board which if improperly installed could overheat.

How is recall 09V-405 fixed?

Coachmen industries will notify the owner and the bus will be repaired free of charge. The repair will be performed by trans/air. Please also see trans/air defect report 09e-042. The safety recall began on november 5, 2009. Owners may contact trans/air warrant and service department at 1-800-673-2448.

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.