2008 Starcraft Ultrastar recalls and problems
The 2008 Starcraft Ultrastar has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Starcraft dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 Starcraft Ultrastar vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 Starcraft Ultrastar recalls
Recall 12V-293: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Starcraft is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 buses equipped with braun century-2 and/or vista-2 wheelchair lifts. Over time and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier may become bent or misaligned.
Risk: A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. If this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchairâs occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Fix: Starcraft will notify owners, and the repairs will be performed by authorized braun dealers free of charge. Owners may contact starcraft bus at 1-800-347-7440.
Recall 11V-571: Equipment
Problem: Starcraft is recalling certain model year 2006 and 2007 transit buses built on ford and freightliner chassis and equipped with carrier genv em-1 evaporator units. Due to time, temperature, and/or vibration, the fuse may loosen in the fuse holder resulting in high resistance and arcing.
Risk: If sufficient arcing occurs, the fuse holder may melt, and a vehicle fire may occur.
Fix: Starcraft will notify owners and provide information on how to obtain the retrofit kit from carrier along with repair instructions. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began in november 2011. (See carrier's recall campaign 11e-003.) owners may contact carrier at 1-800-348-7440.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 Starcraft Ultrastar have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2008 Starcraft Ultrastar: 12V-293 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 11V-571 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Starcraft recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Starcraft dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.