Key Takeaway
EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLIES/POSSIBLE FIRE by CARRIER CORPORATION was recalled on January 26, 2011. What to do: CARRIER WILL NOTIFY BUS MANUFACTURERS, CARRIER AUTHORIZED DEALERS AS WELL AS, TO THE EXTENT KNOWN BY CARRIER, OWNERS OF RECORD WHICH PURCHASED THE AFF...
EVAPORATOR ASSEMBLIES/POSSIBLE FIRE
Description
CARRIER IS RECALLING CERTAIN CARRIER GENV EM-1 EVAPORATOR UNITS (EM-1) MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, 2006 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010, CONTAINING A DELPHI PACK-CON III FUSE HOLDER IN AN ALLIED MOTION MOTOR ASSEMBLY; EM-1 UNIT PART NUMBERS 77-62112-XX AND 77-62512-XX, STARTING WITH SERIAL NUMBER KNT90890232 TO SERIAL NUMBER NNE91230058, SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT ON CERTAIN SCHOOL AND SHUTTLE BUSES. DUE TO TIME, TEMPERATURE, AND/OR VIBRATION, THE FUSE MAY LOOSEN IN THE FUSE HOLDER RESULTING IN HIGH RESISTANCE AND ARCING.
Injuries / Consequence
IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY FLAME, SMOKE AND POTENTIAL FIRE.
Remedy
CARRIER WILL NOTIFY BUS MANUFACTURERS, CARRIER AUTHORIZED DEALERS AS WELL AS, TO THE EXTENT KNOWN BY CARRIER, OWNERS OF RECORD WHICH PURCHASED THE AFFECTED UNITS. CARRIER IS WORKING WITH THE BUS MANUFACTURERS AND CARRIER AUTHORIZED DEALERS TO IDENTIFY AND NOTIFY OWNERS OF THE BUSES WHICH MAY HAVE HAD THE AFFECTED EM-1 UNIT SOLD AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT OR AS AN AFTERMARKET INSTALLATION. CARRIER WILL PROVIDE A RETROFIT KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 31, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THEIR VEHICLE MANUFACTURER OR CARRIER AT 1-800-793-4741.
Products Affected
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CARRIER CORPORATION
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: CARRIER WILL NOTIFY BUS MANUFACTURERS, CARRIER AUTHORIZED DEALERS AS WELL AS, TO THE EXTENT KNOWN BY CARRIER, OWNERS OF RECORD WHICH PURCHASED THE AFFECTED UNITS. CARRIER IS WORKING WITH THE BUS MANU...
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.