Recall 10V-548: 2001–2002, 2005 Ford Limo Coach, 2001–2002, 2004–2006 Ford MPV and 9 more
TURTLE TOP recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Nov 5, 2010, covering about 1,817 vehicles.
The problem
Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2001-2007 transit buses built on various GM and ford chassis from august 2, 1999 through september 1, 2007, equipped with trans/air ta73 evaporators. The evaporator utilizes a power resistor to regulate blower speed. Should a short occur in the "low or medium speed" circuit while the blower is in high speed, the short will cause the supply voltage to feedback through the resistor to ground, not drawing enough current to trip the fuse.
The risk
This would cause the resistor temperature to rise to a point where it will melt and possibly ignite the plastic blower housing to which it is mounted. The overheating can result in a fire.
The fix
Trans/air, in cooperation with turtl top, will install a thermal shutdown device in series with the speed resistors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact trans/air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.
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 | TURTLE TOP |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 10V548000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Limo Coach | 2001, 2002, 2005 | All years |
| Ford MPV | 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Ford MPV Bus | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| Ford Odyssey | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| Ford Odyssey XL | 2004 | All years |
| Ford Terra Transit | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| GM Limo Coach | 2001 | All years |
| GM MPV Bus | 2001, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| GM Odyssey | 2006, 2007 | All years |
| GM Odyssey XL | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| GM Terra Transit | 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006 | 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 10V-548?
Turtle top is recalling certain model year 2001-2007 transit buses built on various GM and ford chassis from august 2, 1999 through september 1, 2007, equipped with trans/air ta73 evaporators. The evaporator utilizes a power resistor to regulate blower speed. Should a short occur in the "low or medium speed" circuit while the blower is in high speed, the short will cause the supply voltage to feedback through the resistor to ground, not drawing enough current to trip the fuse.
How is recall 10V-548 fixed?
Trans/air, in cooperation with turtl top, will install a thermal shutdown device in series with the speed resistors. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 24, 2010. Owners may contact trans/air warranty and service center at 1-800-673-2446.
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.