Recall 15V-298: 2006–2015 Starcraft Allstar, 2006–2015 Starcraft Senator II and 2 more
Starcraft Bus recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on May 20, 2015, covering about 110 vehicles.
The problem
Starcraft Bus (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Allstar, Starlite, Starquest, and Senator II transit buses manufactured June 20, 2006, to February 17, 2015 and built on a GM chassis. The affected vehicles are equipped with Trans-Air add-on compressor mount kits, part numbers 4012506-01, 4012506-02, 4013126-01, 4013126-02, 4013235-01, 4013235-02, 4012909, 4013125, 4013222 and 717173 installed by Trans-Air personnel. After installing a compressor, a power distribution terminal strip may not have been properly reconnected.
The risk
If the power distribution terminal strip has a poor connection or a loose connection, the strip may arc or overheat, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 17, 2015. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Starcraft's number for this recall is 15V-213.
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 | Equipment › Appliance › Air Conditioner |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 15V298000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Starcraft Allstar | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Starcraft Senator II | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Starcraft Starlite | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | All years |
| Starcraft Starquest | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 | 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 15V-298?
Starcraft Bus (Starcraft) is recalling certain model year 2006-2015 Allstar, Starlite, Starquest, and Senator II transit buses manufactured June 20, 2006, to February 17, 2015 and built on a GM chassis. The affected vehicles are equipped with Trans-Air add-on compressor mount kits, part numbers 4012506-01, 4012506-02, 4013126-01, 4013126-02, 4013235-01, 4013235-02, 4012909, 4013125, 4013222 and 717173 installed by Trans-Air personnel. After installing a compressor, a power distribution terminal strip may not have been properly reconnected.
How is recall 15V-298 fixed?
Starcraft will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the power distribution terminal strip connection, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 17, 2015. Owners may contact Starcraft customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Starcraft's number for this recall is 15V-213.
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.