Recall 14V-018: 2010–2013 Starcraft Allstar, 2010–2013 Starcraft Prodigy and 5 more
Starcraft Bus recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Jan 27, 2014, covering about 1,954 vehicles.
The problem
Starcraft Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Allstar XL, Ultrastar, Allstar, Starlite, Starquest, Xpress, Prodigy, Quest, and Allstar MVP transit buses built on Ford cutaway chassis equipped with Ford 5.4L or 6.8L engines and Trans/Air-brand air compressors. In the affected vehicles, depending on the routing of the alternator harness, and the orientation of the heater hose spring clamp at the front of the intake manifold, the alternator harness may be pinched between the spring clamp and the air conditioner compressor mounting bracket.
The risk
The charging system may fail which could lead to the vehicle stalling while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the spring clamp could pierce both the positive and negative wires of the alternator harness creating a short circuit which could result in a fire.
The fix
Starcraft Bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, correct the clamp installation and repair and reroute the alternator harness, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2014. Customers may contact Starcraft at 1-800-347-7440.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | Starcraft Bus |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V018000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Starcraft Allstar | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Starcraft Prodigy | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Starcraft Quest | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Starcraft Starlite | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Starcraft Starquest | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Starcraft Ultrastar | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Starcraft Xpress | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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 14V-018?
Starcraft Bus is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Allstar XL, Ultrastar, Allstar, Starlite, Starquest, Xpress, Prodigy, Quest, and Allstar MVP transit buses built on Ford cutaway chassis equipped with Ford 5.4L or 6.8L engines and Trans/Air-brand air compressors. In the affected vehicles, depending on the routing of the alternator harness, and the orientation of the heater hose spring clamp at the front of the intake manifold, the alternator harness may be pinched between the spring clamp and the air conditioner compressor mounting bracket.
How is recall 14V-018 fixed?
Starcraft Bus will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, correct the clamp installation and repair and reroute the alternator harness, as needed, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2014. Customers may contact Starcraft at 1-800-347-7440.
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.