Key Takeaway

ROOFTOP CONDENSER ASSEMBLIES/COVER DETACHMENT by TIFFANY COACHWORKS was recalled on July 17, 2009. What to do: TIFFANY COACHWORKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND CARRIER WILL PROVIDE A FREE RETROFIT REPAIR KIT TO REMEDY THE ISSUE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 29, 20...

NHTSA Ongoing

ROOFTOP CONDENSER ASSEMBLIES/COVER DETACHMENT

Recalled: July 17, 2009 ~26 units affected 09V278

Description

TIFFANY COACHWORKS IS RECALLING 26 MY 2008 E-450 LIMO BUS AND SHUTTLE BUS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN MARCH AND NOVEMBER 2008, EQUIPPED WITH K410 AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER ASSEMBLIES SUPPLIED BY CARRIER. THE K410 UNIT IS INSTALLED ON THE TOP OF THE VEHICLE AND ITS COVER MAY NOT BE PROPERLY FASTENED BECAUSE OF A MECHANICAL INTERFERENCE.

Injuries / Consequence

IF THE COVER FASTENERS FAIL TO SECURELY FASTEN THE COVER IN PLACE, IT MAY BECOME DETACHED DURING BUS OPERATION, POSSIBLY CAUSING A CRASH OR CAUSE INJURY TO PEDESTRIANS.

Remedy

TIFFANY COACHWORKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND CARRIER WILL PROVIDE A FREE RETROFIT REPAIR KIT TO REMEDY THE ISSUE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CARRIER AT 1-800-673-2431 OR TIFFANY COACHWORKS AT 1-800-338-5872.

Products Affected

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Company Information

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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: TIFFANY COACHWORKS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND CARRIER WILL PROVIDE A FREE RETROFIT REPAIR KIT TO REMEDY THE ISSUE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 29, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CARRIER AT 1-800-673-2431...

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