Recall 09V-409: 2008–2009 Startrans President, 2001–2009 Startrans Senator and 3 more
STARTRANS BUS CORPORATION recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Oct 19, 2009, covering about 257 vehicles.
The problem
Startrans is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between october 15, 2001 and september 24, 2009, equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
The risk
A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
The fix
Startrans will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by either startrans or luminator free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or startrans at 1-574-642-0811.
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
| Manufacturer | STARTRANS BUS CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Exterior Lighting |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V409000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Startrans President | 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Startrans Senator | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Startrans Senator HD | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Startrans Senator II | 2009 | All years |
| Startrans Trolley | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All 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-409?
Startrans is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2009 transit buses manufactured between october 15, 2001 and september 24, 2009, equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
How is recall 09V-409 fixed?
Startrans will notify owners and the buses will be repaired by either startrans or luminator free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09e-054. The safety recall is expected to begin during november 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or startrans at 1-574-642-0811.
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.