The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·13E035000·Announced 2013-06-21

Sutrak HVAC Systems Recalled for Potential Fire Risk in DART Buses

Sutrak USA is recalling HVAC systems used in DART 39000 buses because a fuse holder defect may allow voltage spikes that damage electrical components and cause a fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a vehicle component defect that may result in a fire, which aligns with the rubric criterion for 'significant injury/property-damage reports' or structural/functional defects posing serious risk.

Plain-English summary

Sutrak USA is recalling certain HVAC systems manufactured between May 2012 and May 2013. These systems are used in DART 39000 buses manufactured by North American Bus Industries, Inc.

The recall is due to a defect in the fuse holder inside the HVAC unit, which may allow voltage spikes. These spikes can damage electrical components, potentially resulting in a fire.

Sutrak is working with the bus manufacturer and the affected fleet to replace the fuse holders free of charge. The recall was expected to begin in late June 2013. Owners may contact Sutrak at 1-303-287-2700 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
EQUIPMENT recall
Manufacturer
Sutrak USA
Category
Vehicle — HVAC Systems
Hazard
Affected units
154

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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